Essays and Research Papers on Mixed Issues in Science

This 7-page paper discusses whether global warming can be blamed on human activities or if it's a natural course. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper. Research often emerges from a simple question. In this case a person asked if the quality of the telephone would improve. It was 1928 and it was Georg von Bekesy to whom the question was posed. He was already working on adapting telephone equipment to the needs of human hearing. ...

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of a research study's quality. An article on breastfeeding is critiqued for its research design. Bibliography lists 1 sources.

This 6 page paper details the formation, variability in appearance, and utilization of this important classification of geological material. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of magnetism. Technological applications of the physics insights are examined. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of bioprocesses. The chemical reactions inherent in wine production are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the achievements of Dr. Virginia Zakian. Emphasis is placed upon her research with yeast Pif1p and its function in inhibiting telomerase. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page research paper that draws upon the website of the Field Museum in Chicago to describe the museum's Evolving Planet exhibit. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of water. The chemical makeup of water and its importance to life are examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the role of the capillaries and tissue as large wounds heal. Various types of wounds are discussed. Bibliography lits 4 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of pancreatic cancer. A research experiment involving gene suppression is explored. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of scientific research. Brief summaries are given of the research of Michael Gottlieb and Ronald Graham. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper details cellular division, distinguishing between mitosis, cytokinesis, and meiosis. A discussion of how rapidly reproducing cells resemble cancer cells and are affected by cancer treatment is included as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the studies that purport that certain mollusks and other lower animals have the ability to harness internal photosynthesis. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the works of Patricia Churchland. The emphasis is on her relation of neuroscience to morality. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of Dr. Bonnie Bassler's accomplishments. The insights into bacterial quorum sensing are emphasized. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of centripetal force. Examples of other forces such as gravity and friction creating centripetal force are included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of cellular evolution. The work of Aaron Goldman is focused upon. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page essay draws on Darwin's Black Box by Michael J. Behe to argue the case for intelligent design being the most reasonable explanation for the complexity of life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of El Nino and La Nina. Global impacts are measured on a year by year basis since 1991. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of dams and aquifers. The pros and cons of each are discussed, with examples. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of thawing permafrost. The relationship between permafrost and global warming is explicated. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper that identifies where Tornado Alley is and why it has that nickname. The essay explains what a tornado is and how scientist think it is formed. Some examples of tornadoes are provided. The essay comments on the development of the Great Plains region and how people deal with tornadoes today. ...

This 3 page paper proves this influence with a description of Darwin's concept of fitness and the way it is supported in modern day animals. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page research paper addresses 3 topics, which are the difference between general and special senses; the endocrine system and the functions of the endocrine system. Bibliography lists 3 sources.