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DNA in a vending machine

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1.watch video:https://www.ted.com/talks/gabe_barcia_colombo_my_dna_vending_machine/transcript#t-1282

2. Read: “Opinion: Genome Editing of Human Embryos Broadens Ethics Discussions” (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

3. Read:book Frankenstein’s Cat

Post a 200+ word response, write a position on whether you think we should be able to purchase DNA in a vending machine, or do you think bioengineering should be ethically regulated? Why/why not?

Please feel free to come down somewhere in between the extremes or suggest what the limits should be.

Please include a quote from the Ted Talk, Frankenstein’s Cat, and the article to support your ideas
Please make sure all quotes have a correct in-text citation and Works Cited

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Biological basis of the disorder

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Paper to include:

Introduction:

Evaluate the disorder in terms of symptomatic and behavioral presentation. Include the time, course, and progression of the disorder. Evaluate and explain special features of the disease epidemiology including risk factors for development of the disorder, lifespan and reproductive factors increasing risk of developing the disorder, and any genetic, environmental, or behavioral factors that increase risk.

Theory:

Evaluate the predominant theory or theories regarding the biological basis of the disorder. Explain the disorder in terms of pertinent neurotransmitter and receptor theories and use your references to provide an evidence base for these theories. Analyze neurotransmitter system(s) involved in the pathology of the disorder, including a description of: 1) the involved neurotransmitter(s) and receptor(s), 2) regions of the nervous system (brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nervous system) involved with any pathological anatomical changes, and 3) abnormalities of neural circuits and pathways. Include an explanation of how receptor agonists or antagonists would theoretically treat the disorder to reverse the pathology and restore normal function, or why they would be expected to improve symptoms.

Treatment:

Evaluate drug therapies for treating the disorder based on the current understanding of the biological basis of the disorder. Include a description of the behavioral symptoms and physical signs of the disorder, and identify the drug class(es) used in pharmacological therapy with a discussion of the mechanism of action of the drug class(es). Explain why the pharmacodynamics of the drug class(es) would affect the pathology of the disorder to restore function and/or improve symptoms. Include a discussion of the drug pharmacokinetics for each drug class. Provide examples of available marketed drugs within each class. Describe any drug side effects and/or adverse effects of the drug treatment and their biological basis, including issues related to contraindications, interactions, drug metabolism, and elimination. In addition, explain risks, benefits, and ethical implications for high-risk and exceptional treatment conditions.

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Muscular System

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1. The topic is the muscular system

2. Research the specific characteristics of this system

3. Include images to support your submission along with short descriptions of the images

4. Please include at least 2 references

5. Paper should be of academic quality and no more than 2 pages double spaced.

The goal of this assignment is for you to explore the histology of certain tissues or organ systems.

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Biological sex and gender

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The resources this week ask you to consider the concept of gender in the US and how gender categories are constructed. They also introduce you to gender constructions outside of our binary (man/woman; male/female) gender system. Please use and cite at least 2 of the required resources as you respond to the following questions:

What is the difference between biological sex and gender?

What are some of the “single stories” (Aidichie, 2009) that people in the US have about men and women? In other words, what are the stereotypical gender roles in the US?
How did you learn how to be the gender that you are? Provide at least 3 examples.
How do people in the US treat people who don’t “fit in” to gender roles? How might this relate to the treatment of transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, and other individuals?

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Field of biology

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Biology is the study of life. As a living creature, you are personally affected by studies, research and developments in this field. One of the ways to become better acquainted with the field of biology is to investigate a biology topic that holds special interest to you.

Please choose a topic from below that you are interested in, and write 2 paragraphs explaining your thoughts about it. Please start your work by clicking “Create a Thread” – found in the upper left corner after you click on Discussion 1 above. You may choose any of the topics listed below.

Animals, plants, humans, fungi, bacteria, viruses

Biotechnology (genetic engineering, cloning, stem cells, etc.)

Environmental issues, biodiversity, and sustainability
Health, wellness, and disease

Get information from at least 2 resources other than your textbook. You may use the web. Some useful websites are listed below:

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Levels of human sexual intercourse.

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After studying the course materials located on Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources page, answer the following:

Name and explain the levels of human sexual intercourse.

Difference between reproduction and procreation.
What are the two dimensions of intimacy?
Contraception:
What is it?
What is the intention of contraception?

Describe the three types of artificial contraception.
Risks / Side effects
Bioethical analysis and unfair dynamics of artificial contraception.

Non-Therapeutic sterilization; bioethical analysis
Principle of double effect; explain
Bioethical analysis of:
Ectopic pregnancy
Cancerous reproductive system with pregnancy

In Vitro Fertilization(IVF):
Process
Bioethical analysis of IVF
Bioethical analysis of “to have a child”
Read and summarize ERD paragraphs #: 40, 41, 42, 48, 52, 53.

Submission Instructions:

The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.

If references are used, please cite properly according to the current APA style

Requirements: 3 pages

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Human sexual intercourse

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After studying the course materials located on Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources page, answer the following:

Name and explain the levels of human sexual intercourse.

Difference between reproduction and procreation.
What are the two dimensions of intimacy?

Contraception:
What is it?
What is the intention of contraception?
Describe the three types of artificial contraception.

Risks / Side effects
Bioethical analysis and unfair dynamics of artificial contraception.

Non-Therapeutic sterilization; bioethical analysis

Principle of double effect; explain
Bioethical analysis of:
Ectopic pregnancy
Cancerous reproductive system with pregnancy

In Vitro Fertilization(IVF):
Process
Bioethical analysis of IVF
Bioethical analysis of “to have a child”
Read and summarize ERD paragraphs #: 40, 41, 42, 48, 52, 53.

Submission Instructions:

The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.

If references are used, please cite properly according to the current APA style

Requirements: 3 pages

Read and watch the lecture resources & materials below early in the week to help you respond to the discussion questions and to complete your assignment(s).

(Note: The citations below are provided for your research convenience. You should always cross reference the current APA guide for correct styling of citations and references in your academic work.)

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Anthropology

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ADD and/or ADHD (Attention Deficit [& Hyperactivity] Disorder) rates have skyrocketed in the contemporary USA, but they vary across cultural/ethnic lines. This suggests that ADHD is, in many ways, a ‘Culture Bound Syndrome.’ For this DB post, I want you to undertake a thought experiment:

1) Please define the term ‘Culture Bound Syndrome’ and then, using your intellect (i.e., not Google!):
2) Propose at least two features of contemporary Western culture (which includes the institution of K-12 education) that foster high rates of ADD/ADHD in US children/youth.
3) Explain how they do so.
4) Explain why things might not be this way in a contrasting cultural context.

Note that success in this activity does NOT hinge on adopting the perspective of cultural determinism. Consider behaviors/practices that affect biology and/or the epigenome.

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Attributes of the brain hemispheres

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Many people in the workplace attribute their perspectives to being either “right-brained” (emotions, feeling, intuition) or “left-brained” (analytical). This assignment will examine those statements, identify the attributes of the brain hemispheres, and identify the controversies surrounding the left-brain and right-brain concept.

Focus on the following questions:

What does a case study like Phineas Gage tell you about biopsychology that can then be applied to the workplace?

How does research on emotion, stress, and aggression help you better understand human behavior?
What roles do hunger, hormones, sexual development, and sleep play in overall physical and emotional health?

How can knowledge about emotions, stress, and aggression be applied to improve your own life and your interpersonal relationships?
What are the current controversies around claims that individuals are right- or left-brained?