Essays and Research Papers on Mixed Issues in Science

4 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the explorations of Christopher Columbus and Jacques Cousteau. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 9 page research paper that offers a literature review that summarizes six research studies having to do with color perception. The author offers a brief synopsis of each study, relating the basic parameters of the study to the topic of research that addresses the underlying physiological mechanisms in the brain that pertain to ...

This 4 page paper looks at the life and times of this accomplished marine biologist. Some biographical information is provided on this woman who has contributed much to her field. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at some of the theories that try to explain who and why the human brain has developed into the current large and complex organ seen today. The paper loos at the arguments of bipedalism, the use of tools and development of language and the radiator theory. The bibliography cites ...

A 10 page discussion of global warming as it is influenced by natural processes determined by the earth's rotation around the sun, natural processes encapsulated by the theories of Serbian astrophysicist Milutin Milankovitch. The author of this paper asserts that the actions of those natural processes have been added to by pollution and activities ...

This 5 page paper examines the process of synaptic transmission. The paper starts with the historical view, looking at the way understanding has developed. The processed themselves are then outlined and the paper ends by considering how imbalances can result in clinical conditions. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 5 page description of the human liver. The author describes the liver in detail and delves into its multitude of function and the factors that can affect that function. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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 ...

This 4 page paper examines the stucture and function of ribosomes. This paper highlights the importance of ribosomes and the scientific advances that are being made in terms of better understanding ribosomes which are so essential for life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the importance of scale, and illustrates why the skeletal structure of a mosquito would never survive if blown up to human proportions. In this way, this paper critiques the relation of structure functionality and scale. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8 page paper examines the ways in which research had been funded prior to the twentieth century. Changes throughout the twentieth century around war time as well as afterwards are noted as important developments. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines this problem and provides some solutions. Various issues are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 15 page discussion of Buddhism. The author provides an overview of the basic premises of the religion and presents the content that in many respects it can be viewed as a science. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the question of whether our universe will end in fire or ice. The author reviews the predictions of James S. Trefil to conclude that there is no definitive answer as to whether the universe will ultimately end in fire or ice, only speculation and opinion. No additional sources ...

A 5 page paper discussing the practice of reinforcing soil with narrow steel bands, a technique that provides immense benefit in soil stabilization for construction projects and can reduce costs as much as 50 percent. This method of reinforcing soil for construction purposes has been found to be useful in a variety of settings ...

8 pages in length. It has been said that Alfred Russel Wallace's reputation falls far short of what his scientific achievements merit, an assertion that might be supported by evidence pointing to Wallace's spiritualist tendencies. By the same token, however, he was just as steeped within the fundamental tenets of science as any ...

This 2 page paper provides an overview of the nervous system in both humans and other species. Specific information comparing the human system with others is included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page book report on this examination of the cosmos first published in 2001. No additional sources are used.

A 9 page examination of the age old question of whether it is our environment or our genes that shape our personality and behavior. The author examines both sides of this argument to conclude that a number of factors enter into the question of whether a parent or other factors of a child’s environment ...

Reliability and validity, two crucial dimensions of empirical measurement, enable researchers to say that whatever they are measuring can be relied upon to be dependable, and that whatever is measured is being measured accurately. Reliability can be proved, while validity must be inferred and can never be perfectly verified. Yet, despite this probability, credible and ...

A 6 page discussion of color. The author examines color and our perception of it from both a scientific and a cultural standpoint. A discussion is included on how the light spectrum relates to color and how techniques such as infrared photography can be used to more carefully explore color. Details ...

This 4 page paper takes a look at the constellation of Cancer. While some astrological references are made, the paper focuses on astronomy. The history of constellation naming and other historical references regarding Cancer are included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the structure and function of thyristors, and the current expansion in usage of ISM frequency bands, especially with regard to wireless LANs. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 22 page paper examines the Koran, or Qur'an and the science that is presented in the text. The paper argues that this religious text presents a large amount of scientific fact before the knowledge existed to prove the claims. Much of the fact could not be understood for many centuries until science caught up ...

This 3 page paper is a book report on The Cosmos by Carl Sagan. Quotes cited from the book. Bibliography lists 1 source.