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Persistent Narratives : Why is the "Failure of Bt Cotton in India" Story Still with Us?
(AgBioForum, 2009)
Science can say nothing conclusive about many important dimensions of the global cognitive and political rift on transgenic agricultural crops. Empirical studies will not answer questions in the realms of food preference, ...
The Santaniello Theorem of Irreversible Benefits
(AgBioForum, 2009)
Irreversible benefits favor an earlier introduction of GM crops versus a later one. A non-trivial question is if they also weigh more than reversible benefits similar to irreversible costs but in the opposite direction. ...
A History of the Maneater
(Rhetoric and Composition Program, University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
In 1955 when Joel J. Gold, better known at the time as Joe Gold, was approached with the opportunity to become editor of The Maneater, he was unaware of the change he was about to make. He was also unaware of the impact ...
That's-a-spicy-meatball! : The effects of capsaicin on blood pressure and other processes in the human body
(Rhetoric and Composition Program, University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
Human beings have always eaten a diverse cornucopia of foods. Among many types of foods, spicy food reigns supreme as the bringer of tears and a burning sensation in the mouth. This is due to the properties of capsaicin, ...
The Right to life, liberty, and poetry
(Rhetoric and Composition Program, University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
Examines the poem recited at John F. Kennedy's inauguration in 1961 by Robert Frost titled "The Gift Outright" as well as the poem recited at Bill Clinton's inauguration in 1993 written and recited by Maya Angelou titled ...
Obesity in America and its children : affecting the lives of millions
(Rhetoric and Composition Program, University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
America is the land of plenty. Its citizens have more money, more jobs, more food, more technology, more land, more schools, and the list could keep going. They also have become a nation that is carrying around more ...
Engaging the western world : engaged Buddhism in America
(Rhetoric and Composition Program, University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
The role of Buddhism in America is evolving towards being more visible and pertinent in modern times. This article introduces concepts of Buddhism and Engaged Buddhism, and discusses its relevance and potential benefit in ...
Aspirin in Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Aspirin in a daily dose of 160 to 300 mg initiated within 48 hours of symptom onset results in a net decrease in morbidity and mortality caused by acute ischemic stroke (Strength of Recommendation [SOR]: A, based on a ...
What's the best way to monitor low-risk patients with a history of differentiated thyroid cancer?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Recombinant human thyrotropin (rhTSH)-stimulated serum thyroglobulin (Tg) level alone is sufficient to monitor for recurrent disease in low-risk patients with a history of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) (strength of ...
Which strategies work best to prevent obesity in adults?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Regular physical activity decreases long-term weight gain (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, 2 high-quality, randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). Decreasing fat intake (SOR: B, 1 high-quality systematic review) and ...
Integrating hydrology and geophysics into a traditional geology field course: The use of advanced project options
(Geological Society of America, 2009)
The incorporation of increasingly multidisciplinary aspects of geoscience curricula into a traditional geology field camp requires compromises. Among these, decisions about projects to reduce or eliminate and course ...
What does the evidence tell us about treating very-high-risk patients to an LDL <70 mg/dL?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
No studies directly compare low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels <70 mg/dL to levels of 71 to 100 mg/dL in very-high-risk patients. However, no evidence suggests a "floor" for LDL cholesterol levels beyond which further ...
Do intercontraction intervals predict when a woman at term should seek evaluation of labor?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
A reduction in the intercontraction interval is associated with active labor (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, cohort study). Most primigravidas who have had regular contractions for 2 hours and multigravidas who have ...
A Binary Logit Analysis of Factors Impacting Adoption of Genetically Modified Cotton
(AgBioForum, 2009)
Agricultural Resource Management Survey (ARMS) data for 2003 were used to estimate two binary logit models for two definitions of genetically modified (GM) cottonseed adoption: one in which adoption of either Bacillus ...
Can counseling prevent or treat postpartum depression?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
In most cases, counseling does not prevent postpartum depression (PPD), though it can treat the disorder. Overall, psychosocial interventions don't offer a significantly greater benefit than standard care in preventing ...
Which treatments are effective for cervical radiculopathy?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Initial treatment options comprise rest, cervical immobilization, anti-inflammatory drugs (nonsteroidal and steroidal), pain relievers (including muscle relaxants and antiepileptics), and physical therapy (strength of ...
How should you evaluate an asymptomatic patient with a femoral or iliac artery bruit?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Perform an ankle-arm index (AAI, or ankle- brachial index) test to evaluate for peripheral artery disease (PAD) (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, cohort studies). If the test detects PAD, recommend steps to modify ...
What is the role of prokinetic agents for constipation?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Erythromycin has a limited role in treating pediatric patients (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence). Tegaserod and cisapride are the only prokinetic agents available for constipated ...
Which factors increase the risk of an infant becoming an overweight child?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Variables that increase the risk of overweight in childhood include formula feeding, high birth weight, high rate of weight gain in the first 4 months of life, low socioeconomic status, and maternal obesity (strength of ...
Which interventions are best for alleviating nipple pain in nursing mothers?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
The best intervention is education on proper positioning and attachment of the infant (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, a systematic review of randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). No single topical preparation has ...