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On The Contemporary Vilification Of Scientists, Omid Miry
On The Contemporary Vilification Of Scientists, Omid Miry
Quill & Scope
As an afterschool STEM mentor for the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS), each year I introduce myself to a new cohort of New York City public school children. Before I introduce myself as a scientist in training, I ask them to pull out a blank sheet of paper and draw a scientist.
An Essay On Science And Feminism, Christina Darco
An Essay On Science And Feminism, Christina Darco
Quill & Scope
Politics often seeks to polarize ways of being and thinking because it makes voting easier. Unfortunately, framing complex questions in this way belittles the issues by creating simplified definitions that come from a lack of understanding.
Partnering With The Patient, Catherine Loftus
Partnering With The Patient, Catherine Loftus
Quill & Scope
Maddy is a child with a rare disease called Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC). Certain triggers like heat and stress cause her to become partially or totally paralyzed and experience painful neck spasms called dystonia. Her disease is so rare that little is known about it to this day. Further research would help improve the quality of life of Maddy and other children living with AHC. For more information or to find out how you can help, go to ahckids.org!
Q&A With A Pediatric Geneticist, Kyle Flattery
Q&A With A Pediatric Geneticist, Kyle Flattery
Quill & Scope
Dr. David Kronn discusses how he combines his training in pediatrics and genetics, how genetic diagnosis impacts medical practice in many fields, and how he adapts to rapid advances in genetics research and knowledge.
Pathology In Pinstripes: The Diseases Of New York Yankees Legends, Michael E. Goltzman
Pathology In Pinstripes: The Diseases Of New York Yankees Legends, Michael E. Goltzman
Quill & Scope
In Cooperstown, New York, the halls of the National Baseball Hall of Fame are drenched in timeless jerseys, oil-stained gloves, and an array of tarnished bats donned by the heroes of the sport. While some of these idols ended their careers with a tip of the cap, carrying their achievements proudly, enshrined in statues and plaques, others may have not been so lucky. Like the myths of demigods, some heroes meet their demise too early. By providing innovative insight into the lives outside of the baseball diamond of some of the most prolific baseball players of America’s pastime, this exploration …
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Outer Limits Of Biotechnologies: A Jewish Perspective, John D. Loike, Alan H. Kadish
Outer Limits Of Biotechnologies: A Jewish Perspective, John D. Loike, Alan H. Kadish
Office of the President Publications and Research
A great deal of biomedical research focuses on new biotechnologies such as gene editing, stem cell biology and reproductive medicine, which have created a scientific revolution. While the potential medical benefits of this research may be far-reaching, ethical issues related to non-medical applications of these technologies are demanding. We analyze, from a Jewish legal perspective, some of the ethical conundrums that society faces in pushing the outer limits in researching these new biotechnologies.