In Favor of Stem Cell Research
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A 4 page paper arguing that embryonic stem cell research should be permitted on embryos created in fertility clinics not supported by federal funds. Though we should proceed cautiously and certainly not allow creation of embryos solely for research purposes, neither should we reject out of hand investigating the use of stem cells already available through fertility clinics for the treatment of disease that exists now. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSstemClYes.rtf

In Which Environment Does Mold Grow Best?
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This 5 page paper is representative of a typical science fair report that might be submitted with a science fair project. It is written on a middle school level. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA246mol.rtf

Inability of Pseudomonas aeruginosa to Invade Epithelial Cells
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An 8 page paper discussing the research investigating possible paths to genetically altering this opportunistic bacterium so that it is unable to cause disease. The organism is ubiquitous, but rarely causes disease in healthy individuals. In those with compromised immune systems, however, it can be quite devastating. The focus of the research here is on genetically altering the organism's cell membrane so that it is not as readily able to adhere to epithelial cells, or so that it is not as readily taken up by them. Bibliography lists 10 sources in 20 footnotes.
Filename: KSPseudo-aeru.wps

Insect Adaptations, Disease, and Control
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A 10 page overview of the insects, their benefits and adverse impacts to humans. Emphasis is placed on their status as disease vectors. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Insectad.wps

Insight into the Digestive Process
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A 3 page overview of the digestive process. The author traces the route a Big Mac would take through out bodies, noting the digestive process, organs, and enzymes that would be involved in its processing. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPsandwi.rtf

Invasive Non-Native Plants
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This 10 page report discusses non-native, invasive plants and the fact that they have often damaged more habitat than development. Non-native plants or invasive weeds follow a growth pattern opposite the native plants and overcome habitats either before or after the native plants are in season. They may be harmless and beneficial in their natural surroundings, but they can totally devastate different environments. Greater effort must be spent to make individuals aware of the potential harm and destroy non-native invaders when they first appear. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: BWinvasv.rtf

Invasive Species
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A 3 page paper which reacts to the article Invading the Pacific: Biological and Cultural Dimensions in Invasive Species in the Pacific Region by James Russell as it involves the historical aspect of invasive species. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAivvs.rtf

Is Evolution the History of Co-Operation
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This 6 page paper critically evaluates the statement that evolution is the history of co-operation. This is discussed from the perspective of evolutionary biology and looks at many types of organisms form soil bacterium through to bees and human life. The occurrence of cooperation and reasons for its’ occurrence and the way in which it is ensured, The paper also considers different types of cooperation before reaching a conclusion. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEevocop.rtf

James Shreeve/ "Secrets of the Gene"
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A 5 page analysis of James Shreeve's article "Secrets of the Gene," which explores the latest developments in gene research and its ramifications. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khgene.wps

Language and Tool Utilization Among the Apes
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A 4 page exploration of the question of whether apes and humans share features of cultural behavior. The author of this paper provides evidence that they do. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPapeLng.rtf

Lichens as Bioindicators
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A 5 page discussion of the use of lichens as biological indicators. Defines lichens, describes their varied and important ecological roles, and discusses the various environmental parameters which affect their growth, diversity, and distribution. Emphasizes the importance of analytical techniques which utilize lichens in assessing the impacts of air pollution. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPlichen.wps

Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
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A 7 page paper discussing recent gains in research, particularly that addressing the role of sarcoglycans play in the progress and form of the disease. All forms of muscular dystrophy are known to result from genetic defects, including the limb-girdle form. Research has advanced rapidly in recent years, but important questions still remain unanswered. Much of the information that has been discovered is interpreted very differently by various researchers, giving rise to the situation in which the increase in knowledge of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy is gratifying yet remains inconclusive. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KS-LGMD.wps