virus structure & stability

During the 2015 Ebola outbreak, there was considerable discussion in the press about the possibility of mutations to create airborne virus. Each of you should find one article or website that mentions this, read it, and answer the following both in our in-class discussion and in writing. Please be sure to include the reference/link for the article you read in your written assignment.

M3 Writing Analysis You are a doctor in a hospital, and a patient is experiencin

M3 Writing Analysis
You are a doctor in a hospital, and a patient is experiencing trouble with her skin repairing itself from a cut. The patient is also expecting a child, but the cells in the reproduction development are experiencing a malfunction in cell division.
Describe the stages of each type of cell reproduction process from a normal patient whose body cells can repair themselves and normal cell division during the reproductive development of the unborn baby.
Explain the disadvantages and advantages of each type of cell division.
Discuss how the patient experiencing problems with the cells repairing from the cut and the child’s reproduction development malfunctions can alter haploid and diploid cell development.
Length/Formatting Instructions
Length 1000 Words
Font 12 point , Calibri Font, no more than 1″ margins
Program/File Type Submit in Word
Attachments Should be pasted into the Word document if possible.
Referencing system APA referencing system is necessary in assignments, especially material copied from the Internet.
For examples of correct citations, visit the following links:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

College courses are meant to advance knowledge. Learning on the college level re

College courses are meant to advance knowledge. Learning on the college level requires that you connect yourself with information and materials in class. In order to learn more about emerging scientific issues relevant to the health sciences, research a disease of interest by examining articles and information you learned in class . You must individually write an essay. Duplicates will not be accepted. Below are the essay requirement and possible points (1 point for every 100 words and only words will be counted)The assignment must be submitted via canvas by the DUE date1)
Give background on the specific subject. Up to 3 points (300 words minimum)
a. History of the disease
b. The age one normally gets this disease
c. Symptoms and modes of transmissiond. Ways to avoid the disease
2) Describe the normal functioning and pathology of the physiological system. Up to 3 points (300 words minimum)
a. How the disease changes function of the organ system
b. How the disease affects the body as a whole.
3) Appropriate clinical and therapeutic interventions Up to 3 points (300 words minimum)
a. Diagnostic tests
b. Treatment’s mechanism of action (How does it work?)
c. Duration of treatment
d. Current research to find a cure or better treatment for the disease
4) Conclusions from the research. Up to 3 points (300 words minimum)
a. How a person’s daily life is affected by the disease
b. Information on the cost of having the disease, such as for treatment, medications, hospitalization, etc.
c. Why should the public care about the disease?
5) Bibliography APA style 1 point must include a peer reviewed journal
6) Essay content, structure and support up to 2 pointsTopic is presented successfully in an understandable and convincing manner.
Provides a well-developed analysis of the evidence, clearly distinguishes among facts, opinions, and assumptions, discusses validity of scientific studies or other evidence. Sources are integrated into the text of your paper by using quotations.
Step #1 Make sure it is a peer reviewed journal
Reading Scholarly Journal Articles
Scholarly articles are published in peer reviewed journals, issued by academic institutions or professional organizations. These scholarly articles are complex – not easy reading – and comprehending them requires attentiveness and practice. The authors are scholars, researchers, and experts in a given field of study who usually assume the reader has some prior knowledge of the topic, since the primary audience are readers familiar with this field: scholars, researchers, professors, and students.These journal articles may have different purposes: a review article, a theory building article, a meta analysis, or an empirical research article (the kind most often read by students). Scholarly articles of all types include thorough documentation of primary and/or secondary research, since the article’s main purposes are to contribute the findings from original or experimental research to the existing body of knowledge, to help answer important questions, and to advance scholarly conversations in the discipline.
Step #2 Make sure it is a research article not an article reviewWhat’s the difference between a research article and a review article?Research articles, sometimes referred to as empirical or primary sources, report on original research. They will typically include sections such as an introduction, methods, results, and discussion.Review articles, sometimes called literature reviews or secondary sources, synthesize or analyze research already conducted in primary sources. They generally summarize the current state of research on a given topic.Research article follow this standard format:AbstractProvides a summary of the article, including the results or findings IntroductionPoses a research question or hypothesisEstablishes why this question or issue mattersProvides background and gives limits of the study Literature ReviewUpdates the reader on previous scholarship on this topic (Note: the extent of the literature review varies, depending on topic and type of journal) Research MethodDiscusses hypothesis being tested or research question being investigatedDescribes strategies for research: qualitative (interviews, surveys, person-to-person research, or observation) and/or quantitative (data garnered via measurements) Results or FindingsPresents data from the research (may use tables or charts to present data) DiscussionInterprets the findings or results and applies them to the research questionExplains what was learned, why it matters, and what is left inconclusiveConclusion(s)Presents implications of the researchGives suggestions for further study Bibliography

This assignment will provide you the opportunity to become an active citizen sci

This assignment will provide you the opportunity to become an active citizen scientist and participate in a current research project. You will be analyzing images taken from a network of motion-detecting camera traps in De Hoge Veluwe National Park, Netherlands. The data collected from this study will be used to monitor mammal populations and help guide conservation efforts.
Step 1: Create your Zooniverse account
A. If you are a new user, visit the Zooniverse website to create an account. Click the “Register” link in the upper right corner and complete the form to activate your new account.
Step 2: Familiarize yourself with the De Hoge Veluwe research project
1. Visit the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe About Page to learn more about this research project. You may also find the FAQ page helpful during the completion of this assignment.
2. Before proceeding any further, be sure you are signed in with your Zooniverse account that you just created. While on the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe About page, there will be a “Sign In” button on the upper right corner; you know you are successfully logged in when your username appears in the upper right corner as opposed to the “Sign In” option. You must ensure you are always logged in when analyzing your photos so your participation will be recorded in your Zooniverse account, and so you may pause and continue analyzing at any time without losing your progress.
C. Once you are signed in and have read about the project, you are ready to start identifying animals! Go to the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe Classify page to begin.
D. You will be greeted with a short tutorial before you complete your first classification; be sure to read through these instructions. You may also access this tutorial at any time by clicking on the “Tutorial” tab.
1. Part II: Essay on Citizen Science Conservation
2. Write a 1500 – 2000-word essay discussing biodiversity in Hoge Veluwe and the role of citizen science in conservation efforts. Your essay should be written using the following structure:
Introduction:
Your introduction should be structured as an inverted triangle: begin with a broad overview of the subject and discuss more specific details by the end of the paragraph. Your introduction should address the following questions:
• What is biodiversity?
• Why is biodiversity important?
• What threats to biodiversity exist in the Netherlands? Identify and discuss two factors
having a negative impact on biodiversity
• Introduce De Hoge Veluwe National Park. When and why were they created? • What is the goal of the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe project?
Body of Essay: Species Conservation Status
Of the species you identified in your Snapshot Hoge Veluwe images, select three species. For
each species, write a paragraph that addresses the following topics:
· Habitat needs
· Current biodiversity status locally and globally (Threatened? Endangered? Least
concern? Invasive?)
· Current and historical population trends
· Current or potential future threats that may affect populations of this specific species (or
if it is invasive, describe how it may threaten native species)
· Describe efforts that are currently in place to help conserve this specific species (or
control this species if it is non-native/invasive)
Conclusion:
Your conclusion should be structured as a triangle: discuss more specific details of the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe project and end with a broad overview of future research directions. Your conclusion should address the following questions:
· Did your participation in the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe project give you a deeper understanding and appreciation for diversity? Why or why not?
· How can your photo identifications in this project contribute to the management and conservation of species?
· More generally, describe how the Zooniverse community can assist in conservation efforts. Can citizen science be an effective tool for scientific research? Justify your response
· This citizen science project will result in a large collection of georeferenced photo data of animals in the Netherlands. Describe possible future research projects that the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe team may wish to pursue as a follow-up study to the photo data.
Once you are signed in and have read about the project, you are ready to start identifying animals! Go to the Snapshot Hoge Veluwe Classify page to begin.
Important Guidelines:
· Proofread your work carefully for errors in spelling, grammar, and sentence structure. Do not hand in a first draft
· Organize your essay using subheadings
· Be concise; this is a short paper, which should be clear and logical
· Use your own words, simplify the terminology in the articles you use, and define the
terms you use. A non-scientist classmate should be able to understand your paper.
· Italicize scientific names (Genus species)
· Do not use direct quotes; paraphrase and cite
· Citations are required for every statement of fact. If in doubt, cite it. You won’t lose
marks for too many in-text citations, but you will lose marks if your claims aren’t cited!

Student Exploration Sheet as a guide to complete your lab. This sheet will have

Student Exploration Sheet as a guide to complete your lab. This sheet will have to be completed and turned in for a lab grade. If you don’t have MSWord, you can download this program – it is free and compatible.
2. Remember to take your time and read ALL the instructions in your lab. This will ensure accuracy in your lab.
3. Begin your lab by clicking Natural Selection Lab