Pharmaco-genomics
This is a brief presentation discussing the emerging field of pharmaco-genomics. It explains how understanding the human genome can lead to better drug therapy in the future including tailor-made drugs for individuals.
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Microwave chemistry is a field that is growing in popularity. Microwave radiation offers a more efficient means of heating compared to traditional thermal processes. The added efficiency comes from the idea of selective heating. It is important to un....
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My presentation is on the history of flight, the physics of flight and the different types of aircraft that exist. This includes the Wright brothers , the Bernouli effect and jet propelled aircraft.
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A brief look into the physical, biological, chemical and behavioral attributes that humanity shares with other members of the animal kingdom focusing on studies done on Jamaican dancers, Belding's ground squirrels, human MHC and others.
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Mariah Michael discusses the burgeoning field of tissue engineering and the research being done at Wake Forest University under Dr. Anthony Atala. Each year, thousands of patients die while waiting for an organ transplant. With this technology, patie....
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A brief overview of genetically modified organisms and their effect on the global population.
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Phillip Howard presents on recent discussions regarding the role of aerosols in global climate change.
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Stephen Smith presents on the biological basis of two competing theories of the causes of depression.
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Sheeva Yazdani presents on the biology of octopuses (octopi?) and recent developments in our understanding.
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Victoria outlines the various ways in which we can all help to reduce our footprint on the planet.
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Lucas Paladino gives a brief overview of the development, use and impact of penicillin.
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