Anthrax and Antibiotics
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A 5 page paper which examines Anthrax and the antibiotics used to kill the bacteria. Anthrax is discussed and broken down in biological terms. Definitions of cutaneous and inhalation Anthrax are briefly provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAcipro.rtf

Anthrax and Biological Warfare
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An 11 page overview of the Bacillus anthracis bacteria and its potential for use in biological warfare. Includes a description of the species and its epidemiology and outlines current research on the organism, including the recent development of a vaccine. Emphasizes the importance of the identification of one centralized U.S. Agency who is responsible for responding in the event of biological terrorism. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPanthrx.wps

Antibiotic Resistance
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A 5 page paper discussing the growing problem of bacterial resistance to antibiotics, how is occurs and why it is of such great issue now. Greater awareness in both health care and agriculture can be of immense benefit in at least slowing the rate at which our antibiotics are losing their effectiveness. Bacteria have shown themselves to be highly efficient in adapting to the threat that antibiotics offer. Everyone in health care and agriculture needs to be made aware of the greater problems that can result from the quick fix. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSantiResist.wps

Antifungal Drugs
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A 3 page research paper that contrasts and compares two antifungal medications, terbinafine and ketoconazole. The discussion of these two drugs examines the mechanism of action for each medication, the enzymes involved and the manner in which these drugs are metabolized. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khfungal.rtf

Archeology, Israel, and Human Remains
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A 12 page paper which discusses various aspects concerning the science of excavating human remains, with emphasis on such endeavors in Israel as it relates primarily to first century discoveries. The archeological sites of Qumran and Masada are mentioned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAexcavate.wps

Are There More Than Two Genders?
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This 5 page reaction paper provides a response to an article called "The Five Sexes: Why Male and Female are Not Enough" by Fausto-Sterling. The idea that more than two genders actually exist is explored. The paper concludes by calling for a new, equitable paradigm. No additional sources are cited.
Filename: SA133gnr.rtf

Aristotle, Kant & Mill/Responsibility &Punishment
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the ethical positions of Aristotle, Kant, and Mills (utilitarianism). In regard to the concepts of responsibility and punishment, the writer discusses what each of these philosophers considered to be the basis on which actions should be judged as ethical. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khakmeth.rtf

Article Review (Evolution)
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This 3 page paper provides a summary and opinion on an article regarding evolution which appears in the April, 2003 edition of National Geographic. The article is on evolution and new developments in research. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA316man.rtf

Astronomy Research and Extraterrestrial Life
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A 4 page overview of man's quest for the discovery of extraterrestrial life. The author outlines some of the criteria that astronomers believe would be necessary for life to exist and emphasizes the importance of ongoing astronomical research. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPextrat.rtf

Aviadenovirus
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A 5 page overview of the adenoviruses with a particular emphasis on research concerning aviadenovirus, the adenovirus which infects domestic chickens, ducks, turkey, quail and other species of fowl. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Aviad.wps

Avian Flu 2
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This 10 page paper examines the occurrence and reporting of bird flu cases. The paper starts by looking at the different reports from the World Health Organization and what data is contained in the reports, how it is collected and the barriers to effective collection. The paper then looks at the spread and mortality rate of the disease and trends in the way the disease is spread in different patients, considering age, gender and locations, the paper also looks at the current research. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEbirdflu2.rtf

Avian Influenza
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This 12 page paper examines Avian Influenza, often referred to as ‘bird flu’ focusing on the H5N1 variant that is seen as the most likely A strain variant that could cause a human pandemic. The paper outlines the problem, looks at the condition, including mortality and morbidity, symptoms and clinical progression as well as geographical, seasonal and demographic factors and influences. The paper then considers the current hypotheses concerning avian influenza and looks at the potential sources of information and the current gaps in research. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEbirdflu.rtf