Abstract
This paper discusses how the structure of DNA was discovered. It goes through the discovery that DNA was the holder of genetic material within a cell to Watson and Crick's infamous model of the structure. The paper includes a heavy emphasis on gender roles in the post World War II science society. The paper also briefly describes the book, "What is Life" written in 1944 by Erwin Schrodinger.

From the Paper
"After World War 2, there was a great upsurge in the study of DNA. Scientists, returning home after having been called away to contribute to the war effort (contributions being the use of their skills to create better, more intelligent weapons), arrived home to discover a new idea in the field of genetics. The book, "What is Life" written in 1944 by Erwin SchrA dinger as a collection of lectures, lead many scientists for the first time to really consider the causes and effects of genetic heredity; it became very popular among the university crowd and anyone worth their scientific mettle had read it and had an opinion on the subject of the "code of genetic inheritance". SchrA dinger heavily influenced the people who were later to discover the structure of DNA by making them ask the question, "What causes genetic material to be passed to offspring?" a question which had plagued science ever since man had been capable of intelligent thought."

Tags:nobel, structure, Schrodinger, genetics

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The paper discusses the background and history of Christopher Columbus and Amerigo Vespucci. The paper attempts to answer the question of why Columbus is so well know and Vespucci is often overlooked in the presentation of historical facts and in popular culture itself. The paper compares and contrasts these two men and explains why although both men achieved great things, Vespucci never gained the fame that Columbus achieved. The paper shows how their respective achievements differ in their ability to provide exciting source material for tales of bravery and adventure. The paper also dispels popular myths about Columbus.

Outline:
Introduction
Columbus and Vespucci Compared
Justification for Columbus Day?
Why Isn't Vespucci Famous?
Vespucci Also Discovered America
Vespucci's Claim to Discovering America Before Columbus
Honors Afforded Columbus and Vespucci in Life
The Knights of Columbus
Dispelling Myths About Columbus
Closing Thoughts

From the Paper
"Columbus started on his second voyage in 1493 The first land sighted, and on November 3 of that year, he reached and discovered the Caribbean Islands and Jamaica. Columbus started his third voyage in 1498, discovering the Island of Trinidad which was so named by him, but falsely believed by him to be a portion of Asia as before.
"As the years went by, Columbus eventually found himself placed under arrest and jailed for allegations of mistreatment of the natives of the lands he explored and discovered, although these charges were eventually dropped and Columbus freed (Order Of The Sons Of Italy In America). By 1502, the year of Columbus' last voyage, he was in poor physical an mental health, and as a result, the voyage suffered."

Tags:expedition, voyage, Indies, adventure

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The author of this book emphasizes that a China-centered history is necessary to get a better and more accurate portrayal of Chinese history. Indeed, in his perspective, this will counter-act the ethnocentric approach taken by American historians on the subject. One of the main theses of the book is that a China-centered approach is needed to counter-balance the American distortion of Chinese history.

Tags:discovering, history, china

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Paul Cohen discusses the problem of how the assumptions upon which Americans have written Chinese history have simply been wrong. In many respects, this is the problem of Americans seeing everything through their own eyes, and not being able to understand that other countries have their own cultures and traditions -- as well as values.

Tags:discovering, history, china

Abstract
" This paper shall explore the current discussion regarding our innate cognitive methods of formulating accurate predictions. What was discovered in the first experiment was that response formats proved incredibly valuable in determining accuracy of the prediction. However, experiment 2 showed a statistical difference when the formats where changed to incorporate other than __% and __ out of __. What resulted was that far less participants made better predictions in the frequency formatted questions. This then solidifies the reasoning for the difference being dumb luck and its weight on the original experiment."

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Tags:dumb luck, frequency, format

Abstract
In considering the great controversy as to who discovered the calculus, either Newton or Leibniz, this essay argues that the accolade should go to Newton. The decision is made on the ground as to who conducted himself most honorably in the affair. There is no doubt that both scientists come to independent discovery and formulation of the calculus. The essay is at pains to point out the greatness of Leibniz, as philosopher, scientist and mathematician. It even acknowledges that Leibniz's formulation of the calculus is superior, and that this superiority derives from his related philosophy of monadology. But Leibniz certainly acts suspiciously during the controversy. The writer maintains that in contrast, Newton at all times displays magnanimity and selflessness. The writer concludes that Newton does not need accolades for his contributions to shine, and yet they shine on their own merits.

From the Paper
"Calculus to Newton was merely a tool that he required to come to his universal theory of gravitation and motion, and not something that should be flouted separately. He was even reluctant to publish the revolutionary Principia, and did so only after the prodding of Edmund Halley.
"Leibniz, on the other hand, was eager to publish and propagate his findings. While we admit to his originality to a large extent, the conduct of Leibniz is highly suspicious in the proceedings. He makes no defense of his integrity, as Newton does, but instead seem entirely intent on pushing the evidence alone, as if defending himself in a court of law, and this makes us feel that he is hiding something. Subsequent scholarship does indeed reveal that he manipulated documents before being released."

Tags:monadology, fluxions, continental, debate

Abstract
An essay about antibiotic production. The author examines the historical view of how antibiotics were first discovered, how antibiotics are naturally produced in microorganisms and the biotech aspect of it with focus on how today's antibiotics are produced commercially.

From the Paper
"Today, some 5000 different antibiotics are known. Of these, around 100 are currently used to treat infections. Some are broad spectrum weapons, while others have more specialized applications. In the continuing battle against infectious disease, substances produced by living microbes continue to hold the center of the stage. Microorganisms are not only the workhorses that manufacture well established antibiotics, they also continue to be the source of new "magic bullets" to deal with hitherto untreatable infections, and to combat disease causing bacteria that have become resistant to the already existing armamentarium of drugs. The antimicrobial capacity of the microbial world seems inexhaustible. "

Tags:chrysogenum, flemming, notatum, penecillium, penicillium

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This paper reviews and discusses the link between high levels of HtrA1 protein and preeclampsia, discovered by Mayo Clinic researchers. According to the paper, preeclampsia is a pregnancy disorder that can result in premature deliveries and maternal-fetal disability or death.

Outline:
Summary
Significance of the Mayo Clinic Research
Discussion

From the Paper
"Preeclampsia[2][3] is a serious complication occuring during pregnancy and causes rise in blood pressure and in some cases accompanied by swelling of hands and mouth. Many end up in premature delivery and in severe cases disablilty or even death for mother and fetus. Answer to the second question is uncertain at the moment but the research undertaken in this regard and especially by the researchers of Mayo clinic, is proving to be promising and may auger well in establishing the cause and mechanism of the said disorder. This pioneer research is based upon the hypothesis that protein HtrA1 might be linked with the preeclampsia. In view of this premise they carried out experiments to determine the pathological reasons of preeclampsia. "

Tags:protein, fetus, mechanism, diabetic, cells, of, placenta, delivery

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This paper is a book review of David H. Clark and Matthew D. H. Clark's "Measuring the Cosmos: How Scientists Discovered the Dimensions of the Universe". It details the main aspects of this history as recorded in the book, and in the process takes the conclusion that the book is a celebration of the human passion for knowledge and the great debates that have accompanied scientific advance.

From the Paper
"Searching the Skies: A Book Review of Measuring the Cosmos: How Scientists Discovered the Dimensions of the Universe by David H. Clark and Matthew D. H. Clark Clark and Clark's book is a historiography of the timeless human debate into the fundamental question of "Why?" Why do we exist? Where do we come from? Ultimately, what is the nature of the universe around us? The book follows the careers of the great minds of astrology from early antiquity to the modern era, following science as it haphazardly pushes forth the limits of human comprehension."

Tags:astronomy, history, debate

Abstract
The paper answers a few basic questions: What is DNA? What is the source of DNA? How was DNA discovered? What is the precise structure of DNA and how does it work? The paper also reveals a bit of the relational intrigue, serendipity, and other non-scientific factors that led to the discovery of the structure of this molecule. A brief conclusions section is also presented.

Tags:DNA