Robert Henry Lawrence Jr-First African American Astronaut
Few people have heard of the Manned Orbiting Laboratory. More than likely, even less have heard of Major Robert Henry Lawrence Jr. and the important …
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Genetic Testing For FBN1 Gene Mutations: Find Out Everything About Available Clinical Genetic Tests For FBN1 Mutations.
The various types of genetic testing for FBN1 gene mutations are presented in this article together with the limitations and usefulness of each …
Continue ReadingThe Grounding of Airbus Planes - Will the Company Come to a Halt?
You may be aware of the name Airbus not only because it is a major aircraft manufacturer, but also because of the news of possible grounding of its …
Continue ReadingGenetic Testing for Talents: Is It Feasible?
Genetic testing is already being marketed to predict talents and potentials of young children. But there are skepticism in the scientific community on …
Continue ReadingThe Argument Against DNA and Forensics Testing
DNA and forensics analysis have played a major role in the criminal justice system. But as this role expands, legal, ethical, and social concerns are …
Continue ReadingThe PCR Lab Test in Forensics and Medicine
What is a PCR lab test? A polymerase chain reaction is a process that amplifies DNA sequences for identification. PCR applications and PCR testing are …
Continue ReadingWhy Are Mouth Lining Scrapings Used for DNA Analysis?
Why are mouth lining scrapings used for DNA analysis? The reason for this preference is the several advantages of using the mouth lining scrapings or …
Continue ReadingReading a Cholesterol Blood Test
Your cholesterol blood test results gives your doctor a glimpse into your lifestyle and information for making informed decisions regarding your …
Continue ReadingSupermassive Black Holes as Discovered by The Nuker Group
Since 1985, a group of astronomers and astrophysicists, calling themselves the Nuker Group, have been studying galaxies with active galactic nuclei, …
Continue ReadingThe Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium Theorem in Population Genetics
Assume an infinitely large population with two alleles, no natural selection and random mating. The Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium is what you end up …
Continue ReadingAerodynamics of Airplanes Design
The aerodynamics of airplanes and design will all depend on the type of aircraft and the intended use. It is safe to say that aeronautical engineers …
Continue ReadingLipid Blood Test Overview
Looking for more information about the lipid blood test? Unsure what your doctor has ordered for you? Read on for more details.
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