Anatomy and Physiology
By Dr. Larry Johnson (48
minutes)
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The presentation provides an overview of anatomy and physiology. The different kinds of tissues and systems and their structures and functions in the human body and other living organisms are discussed. |
Anthrax in War and Peace
By Dr. William Klemm
(28 min.)
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History of anthrax discovery, effects, locations affected in the
world, routes of exposure for humans, historical and current value
in medicine and in war. |
Drug Toxicology
By
Dr. K. C. Donnelly (37 minutes)
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Dr. Donnelly discusses drug toxicology
associated with substance abuse including exposure and toxic effects of
those drugs on the body. |
Environmental Toxicology
By
Dr. K. C. Donnelly (51 minutes)
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Toxicology as
it relates to the exposure to substances in our daily environment.
Includes sources of pollution and exposure, the factors that affect a
person’s susceptibility to toxins, and the effects of environmental
toxins on various body systems such as the kidneys and central nervous
system. |
Health of the
Respiratory System
By Dr. Larry Johnson (38
minutes)
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Anatomy and function of the respiratory system, how we breathe, the
function of conducting (plumbing to outside environment) and
respiratory (site 02 and C02 gases exchange),
and the effect of smoking on cell function, appearance and condition
of the lung and its possible role in causing lung cancer.
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Introduction to
Toxicology
By
Dr. Larry Johnson (36 minutes)
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History of toxicological events leading to current studies and
current regulatory agencies, toxicology terms and concepts from a
fun approach, major effects of toxicants and organ damage, routes
and sources of toxicant, and careers in toxicology.
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Science and Careers in Science
By Dr. Larry Johnson (28
minutes)
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This presentation defines science, discusses scientific method, and explores careers in science. Several different careers in science are highlighted such as pharmacology, veterinary medicine, and medical research. The many benefits of having a career in science are also discussed. |
Scientific Method
By Dr. William Klemm
(21 min.)
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Discussion of scientific
method including hypotheses, experimental design, interpretation of
results, and the drawing of conclusions. |
Scientists
in Public School Classrooms
By
Dr. Larry Johnson (33 minutes)
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Discussion of scientists'
visits of schools including invitation,
presentations, expectation and needs in the classroom. |
Superfund Chemicals and YOU
By Dr. K. C. Donnelly
(39 minutes)
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Sources of
pollution, methods of pollution prevention and elimination, current
methods of waste management, and career opportunities in Environmental
Science.
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