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Hippocrates and the Hippocratic Oath: An Examination of the Man and His Code of Behavior

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Tickling in the Laboratory: Experimental Research on Tickling and Ticklishness

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Richard Dawkins' Spectrum of God Probability: The Range of Theism, Agnosticism, and Atheism

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: William Padgett

Ethics and Experimental Therapy: When is Surgical Placebo Therapy Ethical?

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Hypothesis Testing Explained Simply: A Simple Guide To Statistical Hypotheses and Testing

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Martin Bell

Posthumous Prizes for Foolhardiness: Darwin Awards Given for Extreme Stupidity

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Only Nazis Need Regulation? The U.S. Medical Profession Responds to the Doctors' Trial

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

The Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis: How the U.S. Public Health Service Experimented on African Americans

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

The Lady Macbeth Effect: The Words “Black” and “White” are Loaded with Hidden Meaning

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Annual Ig Nobel Awards: Prizes Handed out for Questionable Research and Achievements

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Ethical Codes After Nuremberg: The World Medical Association Struggles Toward a New Code of Ethics

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Cancer in a Handbag: The Strange Case of Dr. Chester Southam

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Does Handwriting Really Reveal Personality? A Scientific, Skeptical Look at Handwriting Analysis

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Andy Luttrell

Nazi Detention Camps: An Overview of Nazi Medical Experimentation

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

The Milgram Experiment: When Does Obeying Authority Become Unethical?

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Persuasive Research Uses a Triangular Approach: Content Analysis is a Method for Quantitative and Qualitative Data

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Marc Latham

Medical Ethics in Nazi Germany: German Physicians Embrace National Socialism

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Medical Ethics in Germany Before 1933: Stricter Guidelines and More Protections Than the Nuremberg Code

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Experimentation on Vulnerable Populations: Using the Mentally Ill, Orphans, and Prisoners as Research Subjects

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

How DNA Sequencing Began: Development of Methods for Determining Genetic Information

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Kenneth Rosen

Occam's Razor and Scientific Certainty: A Theory with Fewer Variables that Explains More is Better

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: George Garza

Medicine in Colonial America: Zabdiel Boylston, Colonial Surgery, and Variolation

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

How To Fake Stigmata: Religious Phenomenon Has Never Been Empirically Verified

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Jenny Ashford

Medicine in the Age of Enlightenment: Lady Mary Wortley Montagu and Smallpox

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

The Evolution of Medicine in Europe: From the Middle Ages to the Age of Reason

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Medicine in Ancient Islam: Avicenna's Influence on Pharmacopoeia and Clinical Medicine

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

The Origins of Human Experimentation: From the Book of Daniel to Ancient Rome

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Thomas Percival's Code of Medical Ethics: The First Attempt to Regulate the Medical Profession

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Humans no Match for Zombies: In a Battle with the Undead People would Lose

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Anatomy, Ethics, and the Pernkopf Atlas: Should Unethical Research Be Used?

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

How to Measure Osmolarity: Learning to Manipulate Osmotic Pressure

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Sarah Mikula

The Best Science Magazines for Busy People: Get a Stimulating and Timely Dose of Research News and Information

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Philip McIntosh

How to Perform a t-Test in Matlab: Testing for Significant Difference

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Sarah Mikula

An Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights: The 'Whats" and "Whys" of IPR

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Jitesh Iyer

The Use of Animals for Research: An Unbiased Look at Animal Testing and the Ethics Involved

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Roberta Goli

Statistical Testing in Scientific Research: Methods Used to Analyze Data Gathered Through Experimentation

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Dennis Holley

How do Scientists Design Valid Experiments? Science is Based on Experiments That Yield Reliable Data

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Dennis Holley

How Does Science Work? Understanding the Scientific Method

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Dennis Holley

The Nature and Characteristics of Science: Science is a Uniquely Human Method of Determining Natural Truths

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Dennis Holley

Fun Meets Learning at EcoTarium, Worcester, MA: Explore hands-on nature and science exhibits today!

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Andrea Lettic

Analyzing DNA by Southern Blot: Detecting Specific DNA Fragments After Separating Them by Size

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Kenneth Rosen

Feynman, Religion, and Skepticism: Nobel Winning Physicist Uses Science to Analayze Religion

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Paul Bertolone

Skepticism Applied to Religion: Looking at Religion Through a Scientific Lens

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Paul Bertolone

Ethics of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells: Comparing IPS Cells and Embryonic Stem Cells Morally and Technically

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Are Pets Telepathic? Extrasensory Communication between Animals and Humans

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

What Is Western Blotting? Antibodies Can Be Used to Detect Proteins Separated by Size

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Kenneth Rosen

What Is Nano? Scientific Facts About Nanotechnology & Nanoscience

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Ali Eftekhari

The Future Prospects of Nanotechnology: Nanotechnology Holds Promises for Consumers, But They Must Beware

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Indrani Nadarajah

Drug May Help Remove Bad Memories: New Research Suggests Painful Memories Can Be Erased

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Scientists Use Virus to Generate Electricity: Virus Powered Batteries Producing Clean Power May be Possible

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Mohan Alembath

The World's Best Scientific Discoveries: Some Of The Most Fascinating Findings In Scientific History

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Roberta Goli

Theoretical Pluralism: Philosophy of Theory by Ludwig Boltzmann

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Ali Eftekhari

What Does STEM Stand For? Learning More About STEM Programs and Disciplines

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Alison Diefenderfer

Research Methods in Second Language Acquisition: Error Analysis in the Study of Language Development in SLA

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Tracy O'Brien

Is Scientific Inquiry Universal? Extraterrestial Civilisation and the Scientific Method

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Robert Harrand

Science Fundamentals – What is a "Fact?": Knowing the Definition of a Fact is Crucial to Understanding Science

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Marie Lawrence

What Is Gel Electrophoresis? Macromolecules Can Be Separated in an Electric Field

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Kenneth Rosen

Adaptive Management of Sea Lamprey: Using Science to Improve Assessment Methods for Fisheries

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Ian Parnell

Adaptive Management: Learning by Doing

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Ian Parnell

Has Kanzi the Bonobo Really Learned Language? A Critique of Linguistic Research at the Great Ape Trust of Iowa

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Tracy O'Brien

Inventor Claims He Built Anti-Gravity Machine: Creators of Devices Can Become Obsessed with their Brainchild

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Language Learning in Bonobos and Chimpanzees: Comparing Kanzi's Linguistic Abilities to those of other Great Apes

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Tracy O'Brien

Male Bonobo Named Kanzi Learned Language: Overview of Linguistic Research with a Pygmy Chimpanzee

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Tracy O'Brien

Language Research with Chimpanzees: Linguistic Research on Great Apes in the Twentieth Century

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Tracy O'Brien

Research Volunteers - Privacy Issues: Make Sure Research Studies Protect Privacy and Confidentiality

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Tim Atkinson

Research Volunteers - What is an IRB? Understanding How a Study Gets Approved for the Public

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Tim Atkinson

Research Volunteers - Know Your Rights: Ask Some Key Questions before Participating in Research.

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Tim Atkinson

A Review of Psychedelic Research: Scientific Studies into the Effectiveness of Mind Altering Medicine

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Kevin Gustina

The United States Science Departments: Understanding the Different Agencies and Their Purposes

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Mary Faler

Where Do The Laws of Physics Come From? Several Explanations For Why the Universe Has the Laws it Does

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Robert Harrand

The Ethics of 21st Century Science: Future Breakthroughs and Their Ethical Consequences

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Robert Harrand

The Drake Equation: Estimating the Number of Advanced Civilisations in the Milky Way

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Robert Harrand

Unconscious Brain Makes Excellent Decisions: Human Mind is Hard Wired to Make Good Choices

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Christine Nyholm

Gaia Hypothesis Describes a Self-Regulating Plan: Theory Describes Climate and Biogeochemical Maintaining Biosphere

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Nina Munteanu

Statistical Power Analysis: Design Powerful Experiments Capable of Detecting Important Effects

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Ian Parnell

Components of Statistical Power: The Four Pieces of the Power Puzzle

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Ian Parnell

Think About Statistical Power: The Probability of Detecting a True Effect

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Ian Parnell

Personal Genome Project: Is Sharing Genetic Profiles on the Internet Harmful or Beneficial?

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Suzanne Pitner

Exploring Science by Crossing the Ocean: Julie Angus Rowed Across the Atlantic to Observe Nature Directly

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Jill Browne

Learning Through Exploration with Julie Angus: National Geographic Adventurer of the Year 2007 Observes Nature

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Jill Browne

How the Nobel Prize Was Founded: The Lasting Impact of Alfred Nobel's Will

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Inka Piegsa-Quischotte

The Rodent AT1R Gene: Animal Genetics Highlight Human Disease

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Alicia Mae Prater

Jellyfish Protein GFP in Biomedical Research: Nobel Prize for developing a New Way to Study Biological Processes

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer John Blatchford

Angiotensin Research: References Discerning RAS Function

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Alicia Mae Prater

The Value of Information: Better Science in Natural Resource Management Comes at a Cost

In: Interdisciplinary Science

By: Ian Parnell

The Large Hadron Collider: Its Theory and Controversy in Layman’s Terms

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Abby Deliz

CERN – The Big Bang Machine: The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) Goes Live in Geneva Sept. 10, 2008

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Michelle Strozykowski

The Royal Institution Re-opens: Science Media Centre, Museum, Restaurant and Research in London

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Richard Mankiewicz

Research into the Aging Process: Model Organisms Have Been Useful to Learning About Aging

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Tamara Golden

Natural Curiosity Exhibit, McKissick Museum, SC: USC and the Evolution of Scientific Inquiry into the Natural World

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Arlene Marturano

Astronomy versus Astrology: Why Astrology is an Irrational View of the Heavens

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Robert Harrand

The Polymerase Chain Reaction: PCR Allows Researchers to Measure Gene Activity

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Alicia Mae Prater

Ethics in Social Science Research: Scholars Must Follow a Code of Ethics to Maintain Integrity

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Feature Writer Jamie McIntosh

Using Physics to Explain the World: GPS, Smoke Detectors, Hybrids, Electronic Noise and Heated Glass

In: Scientific Inquiry (general)

By: Rebecca Wallace

Comparing Two or More Means: Using the T-Test and Factorial Analysis of Variance

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Jamie McIntosh

Noah's Ark set out from Hadramout? More speculation reguarding the famous story by a Yemini journalist

In: Scientific Ethics

By: Robert O'Connor

Extraneous Variance in Research: Good Study Design Controls for Nuisance Variables

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Jamie McIntosh

Understanding Scientific Inquiry: Inquiry Involves the Use of Critical Thinking to Understand Science

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer David R. Wetzel

Social Science Research Barriers: Take Steps to Ensure Reliability and Validity in Studies

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Jamie McIntosh

Probability Sampling Techniques: Random Sampling Reduces Researcher Bias

In: Scientific Research Methods

By: Feature Writer Jamie McIntosh

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