Annotated Book Reviews: “Why Do They Act That Way?” and “Phantoms in the Brain”
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A 6 page paper which provides and annotated bibliography and book review of David Walsh’s “Why Do They Act That Way?” and V.S. Ramachandran. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAnnn.rtf

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

Anthrax Controversy
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A 7-page research paper that investigates the controversy that has built up around the Pentagon program to inoculate all US military personnel against anthrax as a precautionary measure against biological warfare. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khanrax.wps

Anthrax: What Happened?
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A 4 page paper which examines what may have been the cause of the anthrax attacks in the United States postal service. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAanthrx.rtf

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

Anxiety Disorders: The Genetic Basis
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A 6 page overview of anxiety disorders and their genetic basis. The author describes the various manifestations of anxiety disorders and identifies the specific gene (SLC6A4) believed to be responsible for these conditions. Pharmacological as well as cognitive therapy are discussed in regard to options for treatment. Includes a one page Roman Numeral Outline. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPanxiet.rtf

Applications of Physics
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A 3 page paper reviewing 3 articles about physics and physical principles. It was Einstein’s position that “God does not play dice.” There has been a sense for a long while that perhaps we know less than we think, a sentiment expressed by many current articles. The purpose here is to review three articles about physics in general. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSphysicsGen.rtf

Applying the Scientific Method to Terrorism
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This 4 page paper applies the scientific method to a study of terrorism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVSciMth.rtf

Archaeological Dating Methods
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This 5 page paper discusses various methods that are used to date archaeological finds. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVArcheo.rtf

Archaeology, Traditional Cultures and Oral History
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This 14 page paper examines a number of works discussing archaeology, and argues that in general archaeologists tend to give more credence to cultures with literary traditions, rather than those that have strictly oral histories. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: HVArchae.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 FLAVORINGS NATURAL? OR NOT?
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This 7-page paper, taking from Schlosser's book Fast Food Nation, explains the concept of flavorization, and how much of the food we eat isn't necessarily "natural," but is enhanced by chemists and flavor chefs. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTflanat.rtf

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

Areal Segregation of Face-Processing Neurons in Prefrontal Cortex
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A 2 1/2 page paper which discusses aspects of the research article "Areal Segregation of Face-Processing Neurons in Prefrontal Cortex" by Seamas P. O Scalaidhe, Fraser A. W. Wilson, and Patricia S. Goldman-Rakic. The aspects analyzed are the argument, the evidence, and the reasoning presented in the article. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAarealfax.wps

Arteries Structure and Protection from Narrowing
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A 5 page paper discussing the structure of artery walls followed by assessment of nutritional and life style influences on preserving interior diameter. The paper discusses the influence that cholesterol, obesity, exercise and smoking have on narrowing internal diameter. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSarteries.rtf