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Papers On Genetics & Paleontology
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EXAMINING REFUGIUM PROVIDES CLUES TO PRESENCE OF EARLY AMERICANS
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This 5 page paper discusses the evidence discovered in the Yukon which has been significant in determining the presence of early Americans. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MByukon.rtf
Extinction and Genetic Diversity
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This 5 page paper considers the question of whether extinction is a necessary part of the survival of the species. The question of whether extinction of certain species will inherently reduce genetic diversity has been at the center of recent debates. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHExtin2.rtf
Functions of Serotonin
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This 5 page paper reviews two articles that examine the role of serotonin, one looks at the implications of depressed serotonin levels and depression, the other looks at impulsive traits related to the polymorphism in the serotonin transporter gene-linked polymorphic region. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEserotonin.rtf
Gene Technology and Food
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A 7 page paper which argues that gene technology in the production of food will cause more problems than it will solve. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAgenefd.rtf
Gene Therapy: Potential for the Future
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A 4 page examination of the potential that gene therapy holds for the future. Providing specific examples of how gene therapy might be utilized to address alcoholism and such debilitating conditions as multiple sclerosis, the author contends that gene
therapy is sure to gain societal acceptance as time goes on. As the general public becomes more acquainted with the potential benefits of gene
therapy it will undoubtedly become one of the most highly regarded forms of medical intervention. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgenThp.rtf
Genetic Analysis Before Implantation: Decreasing The Risk Of Genetic Diseases And Specific Characteristics
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5 pages in length. Is it about making informed decisions for the betterment of the future child, or is it a manmade version of survival of the fittest? Genetic analysis before implantation does, indeed, decrease the risk of inherited genetic diseases; however, there are serious ethical concerns related to the use of preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) for gender selection and family balancing options. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCGenAnal.rtf
Genetic Basis For Sexual Preference
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An 8 page exploration of the
genetic basis for homosexuality verses heterosexuality. Discusses the
advancements in genetic research which link chromosomal differences with
sexual behavior. Emphasizes the link between the X chromosome in men
and sexual behavior. Discusses potential differences in brain
development between heterosexual men and homosexual men. Concludes that
while there is no incontestable proof regarding a genetic basis for sexual behavior there are numerous tentative findings which would suggest this is the case, Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgeneSx.wps
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