DNA electrophoresis

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   06/30/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «A recent DNA gel electrophoresis experiment was conducted in attempt to include or exclude a suspect regarding his positive genetic relationship to a child. Of interest was the concern of whether or not the suspect could be the child's father. In...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Methods and Materials.. Results.. Discussion.. Conclusion.....»

Food and water safety

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   06/30/2008   |   .ppt   |   21 slides
Document abstract : «It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that the public has the right to safe food and water supply. The association supports collaboration among dietetic professionals, academics, representatives of the agricultural and food...»

Synopsis abstract : «Position Statement.. The Scope of the Problem.. What does the media say?. What do the consumers say?. Groups at high risk for foodborne illness.. Foods associated with bacterial and viral food borne illnesses. . New and emerging pathogens.. Emerging...»

Genetic Enhancement: Is it worth the risks?

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/03/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Genetic enhancement is a type of genetic engineering that improves genes so humans can function at an above average level. In the year 2000, the American Association for the Advancement of Science created a policy stating, 'IGM [inherited genetic...»

Synopsis abstract : «The idea of genetic enhancement has been known to have its good points.. The ides of a baby so perfect in all ways.. Genetic engineering could prove to be particularly beneficial towards the fight of cancer and AIDS.. The issue of genetic...»

Stem cell research: The immorality of immortality

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Since time immemorial, even before the emergence of scientific proofs, man has probably always believed that we are the highest form of creature existing in this planet, and perhaps even in the entire universe. Apart from the capacity to perform...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Promise of Stem Cell Research.. The Stand of Science and Medicine.. Legal Challenges Behind the Debate.. Rebuttal: What Christianity Has to Say.. Conclusion.....»

Risk assessment: Dicamba study case

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The purpose of this paper is to analyze the human health effect associated with Dicamba residue on asparagus and soybeans in the United States. Generalizations are made in regards to Dicamba consumption and its lack of toxicity toward human health....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Methodology.. Results.. Concluding Remarks.. Reliability of the Study.. Validity of the Study.. Recommendations for Future Research.....»

An analytical essay on kidney stones

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Research on kidney stones demonstrates that this painful condition has been part of human physiology since the time of the Egyptians (Cause and, 1998). Although kidney stones are one of the most painful disorders that can be experienced by the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Review of the Literature.. Kidney Stones and Gender.. Dietary Causes of Kidney Stones.. Metabolic Causes of Kidney Stones.. Conclusion/Results/Opinion.. Summary of the Research.....»

The main architectural features of the RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer)

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The world of computer technology has evolved rather rapidly in the past two decades. Interestingly, while the number of languages and programs available has increased, the specific architectures that are used for building microprocessors have not...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. RISC processors: An overview. RISC architecture. Instruction sets and formats used. Registers in RISC. Instruction level pipelining.. Comparison of RISC and CISC. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Measurement of lactate threshold

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/08/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In order for strenuous exercise to continue, high-energy phosphates must be resynthesised at a rapid rate (McArdle et al). Glycogen stored in the muscle is the main source of energy during intense exercise. This results in the phosphorylation of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Methods.. Results.. Table to Show Results of Lactate Exercise Testing.. Conclusions.....»

Fetal alcohol syndrome: How a mother can kill her child?

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   07/11/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «A pregnant woman is at risk of many health problems especially because she is actually having two lives to take care of, herself and the unborn child inside her. This is the reason that a woman should be extra careful in all the activities she...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction / Thesis.. Literature review.. Significant statistics and causes.. Symptoms.. Long-lasting effects.. Prevention.. Screening & Diagnosis.. Treatment.. Conclusion.....»

Stress management for ministers and church leaders

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/11/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «We are all familiar with the little word "stress." What is stress? Stress is actually normal for an individual to experience since stress can act positively to motivate us to do things. The adrenaline rush keeps us alive and excited. Stress is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The methods employed to confront and overcome stress.. Stress can be double edged. . The apostle Paul - his management of stress in God's work.. The world has yet to experience the most incomparable stress.. People cause stress. ...»

The effect and use of plants to treat or prevent cancer

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/14/2008   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Cancer is considered one of the most dreaded diseases that have spread with increasing incidence throughout the world. Cancer is spreading at an alarming rate with an estimate of over 10 million new cases and six million deaths in the year 2000...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The use of plants for medicinal purposes.. Treatment of Cancer by plants.. The Autumn crocus and colchicines.. Hemp.. White Birch Tree.. The Happy Tree.. The Taheebo.. The Mayapple.. Periwinkle.. The English Yew and the Pacific...»

Trip down memory lane : Hallucinogens and its effects

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Taking hallucinogenic drugs can be a trip down heaven or hell. Hallucinogens are a type of drug that distorts or alters the way a person perceives the world. Taking hallucinogens is like entering into a completely different world which...»

Synopsis abstract : «The beginning .. Brief view of Hallucinogens.. LSD: Lysergic Acid Diethylamide.. Psilocybin and Psilocin.. MDMA: Methylenedioxy-Methamphetamine.. Heaven trip.. Hell trip.. Conclusion.....»

The internet is breaking: Internet and its infrastructure

Science & technology   |   Computer science   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The Internet has been hailed as one of the greatest technological advancements of human history. It brings people together, and gives people unprecedented access to information from every part of the world. In the past decade the Internet, and its...»

Synopsis abstract : «The network explosion.. Upgrading the internet infrastructure.. People are not getting the best internet experience.. End user bandwidth.. Increasing number of internet users.. The future of the internet.. The Clean Slate progr...»

Hardness test of metals: An experiment using the Brinell test and the Rockwell test

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Hardness has been defined in several ways over time, mostly by physicists, metallurgists and engineers. Different definitions range from hardness being defined as a collection of properties of a material more or less related to each other to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Defining hardness.. Measuring hardness.. Hardness testing.. Brinell test.. Rockwell test.. Experiment procedure.. Summary of results.. Conclusions.....»

Physician-assisted suicide

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «My cousin died after battling a brain tumor for six years. Before being diagnosed, she had moved to Dallas, got engaged and planned to be a teacher. At her time of death, she did not even look like the same person. One of my mother's closest...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Description of physician-assisted suicide.. Legislation relating to physician-assisted suicide.. Ethical Positions.. Pro.. Against.. My opinion.....»

Difference between Anorexia and Bulilia Nervosa

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The article goes over bulimia nervosa in a brief but descriptive article which is broken up in to three pages. Individuals with bulimia nervosa periodically engage in discreet eating periods, which can be considered to be binge eating, which is then...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The complications that come with bulimia . Biological, psychological and social factors as causes of anorexia. Article discussing the treatment of eating disorders . Conclusion. Works cited....»

Autoimmune disease and rheumatoid arthritis

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «An autoimmune disease occurs when the body makes antibodies against some of its normal tissues (autoantibodies). In other words, it fails to distinguish "self" from "non-self" cells. The immune system attacks the naturally existing body tissues by...»

Synopsis abstract : «About Autoimmune diseases.. Types of autoimmune diseases.. Organ-specific.. Non organ-specific.. Symptoms.. Diagnosis.. Cause.. Treatment.. Conclusion.....»

Occupational hazards of emergency first responders

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/23/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Emergency responders, as defined by police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel, are often exposed to potential hazards within their work, due to the very nature of their work. Many of these people are heroes in that they...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Police officers.. Firefighters.. Emergency medical personnel.. Implications of terrorism.. Conclusion and recommendations.....»

Gender differences in food foraging behaviour in mallard duck

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/23/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The species Anas platyrhynchos, or the common Mallard duck, is a very well-documented organism, being found in virtually all parts of the world, with the exception of Antarctica. Like most other dabbling ducks belonging to the Anatinae family, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Materials and methods.. Results.. Discussion.....»

Unilateral lesions of the Nigrostriatal pathway

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Research papers   |   07/25/2008   |   .doc   |   20 pages
Document abstract : «The nigrostriatal system through the basal ganglia is essential for regulating motor movement. Normal motor behavior requires a delicate balance between the excitatory direct pathway and the inhibitory indirect pathway modulated by the D1 and D2...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Materials and methods.. Animals.. Surgery.. Behavioral testing.. Preoperative testing.. Postoperative testing.. Histology.. Intracardial perfusion.. Sectioning and staining.. Anatomical analysis.. Statistical...»

Reconciling truth and fact: Abortifacient herbs in a medicalized world

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/27/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Today, we know everything. We not only know that the stars are pretty and move through the sky with the seasons, we know what they are made of and why they appear to move. We not only notice the soothing effects of the opium poppy, but have...»

Synopsis abstract : «Are ancient practices in health and well-being recognized with scientific findings?. The medical world's dependence on scientific experiments to validate itself.. Herbalists specializing in women's health.. Mechanism of action on...»

Equilibrium: Heat energy

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Presentation   |   07/28/2008   |   .ppt   |   90 slides
Document abstract : «Heat is energy flowing from a high temperature object to a low temperature object. When the two objects are at the same temperature, there is no net flow of energy or heat. That is why a covered cup of coffee will not be colder than or warmer than...»

Synopsis abstract : «Chemical equilibrium.. Beginning of reaction.. Haber process.. Static equilibrium.. Dynamic equilibrium.. Heterogeneous equilibria.. Manipulating the equilibrium law.. Application of equilibrium constant.. Reaction quotient (Q).. Solving equilibrium...»

Applications of aqueous equilibria

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Presentation   |   07/28/2008   |   .ppt   |   90 slides
Document abstract : «When AgNO3 is added to a saturated solution of AgCl, it is often described as a source of a common ion, the Ag+ ion. By definition, a common ion is an ion that enters the solution from two different sources. Solutions to which both NaCl and AgCl...»

Synopsis abstract : «Solution containing weak acid HA and its salt NaA.. Common ion effect.. Common Ion-ion produced by both acid and its salt.. Equilibrium calculations.. Buffered solutions.. Preparing a buffer.. Calculate the pH of the following buffer...»

Is abortion immoral?

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   07/30/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Abortion is an issue that has probably become one of the most controversial issues that are debated in the United States and in other countries today. Different schools of thoughts have different ideas and opinions regarding abortion, some ideas are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is abortion?. Positive and negative aspects of abortion.. Morality and ethics of abortion.. Abortion and philosophy: So is abortion moral or immoral?. Summary.....»

Methods of transmission: Dengue fever

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   07/30/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The adventurous tourist, obliviously hacking his way through the jungles of Brazil, is first aware of a faint buzzing noise, then a tiny sting on his arm. The smack of his hand seems to have taken care of the problem: he has merely been bitten by a...»

Synopsis abstract : «What dengue fever actually refers to.. The first stages of Dengue I.. Infection with a dengue II virus.. What creature could be the culprit that brings about the spread of such a horrific disease? . Global warming as a friend to Aegis...»

Huntington and the pathogenesis of Huntington's disease (HD)

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   08/01/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Huntington's disease (HD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder with an established genetic origin. Adult onset HD is characterized by motor dysfunction, cognitive decline and psychiatric disturbance (Ranen et al., 1993 and Harper, 1996). ...»

Synopsis abstract : «The primary region of neurodegeneration.. The physiological functions of normal huntingtin.. The cause of neuronal cell death in HD.. The specific mechanism by which mutant huntingtin triggers the apoptotic caspase cascade.. Pathogenic mechanism in...»

Music as therapy: The pain and anxiety reducing properties of music

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   08/04/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «This literature review examined the effect of music on pain and anxiety in preoperative patients and burn victims as well as older people with osteoarthritis. Studies that explored the effect of music intervention generally allowed subjects to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Music as Therapy: The pain and anxiety reducing properties of music.. Music intervention and preoperative anxiety.. The use of music intervention across age groups.. Conclusion.....»

Benzodiazepine/ GABAA receptor characteristics

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   08/04/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «GABAA (γ-aminobutyric acidA) receptors are recognized as the chief inhibitory neurotransmitter receptors in the mammalian central nervous system. The GABAA receptors are pentameric membrane proteins consisting of five subunits. The subunits...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Methods.. Tissue preparation.. BZ saturation binding.. Displacement experiment.. Mutant Mouse Binding.. PCR and gel electrophoresis.. Results.. Saturation analysis of 3H-Flu binding.. Displacement experiment.. Mutant mouse...»

Top facts about Anorexia Nervosa

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   08/05/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In a society that is becoming more commercialist and consumer-driven, it is inevitable that standards of beauty become the focus of many, especially women who are the general targets of many advertisements and products. It is because of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Review of related literature.. Analysis.. Conclusion.....»

Software development agreement

Science & technology   |   Computer science   |   Standard contracts   |   08/18/2008   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «1. [ ] Limited, (Company number ), the registered office of which is at [ ](the "Client") AND 2. [ ], the registered office of which is at [Address ] (the "Developer") BACKGROUND: A. The Client wishes to have...»

Synopsis abstract : «Background.. Operative provisions.. Developer's undertakings.. Acceptance of the software.. Fees and payment.. Developer's liability.. Copyright, patents, trade marks and other intellectual property rights.....»

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