DNA Analysis Using Polymerase Chain Reaction: Implications for the Study of Ancient DNA
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A 5 page discussion of DNA research utilizing the technique of polymerase chain reaction. Describes the technique and its application to contemporary DNA investigations. Emphasizes the importance of this technique to the analysis of ancient forms of DNA, the study of human evolution in particular. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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DNA as an Identification Tool:
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This 5 page paper highlights the benefits of using DNA technology as an identification tool. This paper stresses the benefits of such technology as well as addressing many of the fears associated with its use. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSDNAdna.rtf

DNA Replication
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A 9 page paper which examines DNA replication. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: RAdnarn.rtf

Do Animals Have Minds?
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A 5 page paper which examines whether animals have minds. Similarities and differences are discussed as they relate to the mental life of humans and animals. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAanmlmd.rttf

Environmental and Food Safety of Genetically Modified Plants:
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of the issues related to genetically modified plants in regards to environmental and food safety. This paper assesses the threat of modified plants to the environments, possible concerns regarding the impact of modified plants to other species and existing natural ecosystems, and the safety of modified plants for the consumer. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHplantm.wps