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The history and health impact of lead poisoning in children and adults

First get the child out of the lead, then get the lead out of the child. -- John W. Graef, M.D., Chief Emeritus, Lead and Toxicity Program, Children's Hospital, Boston, 1997

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Microsoft's entry into the multimedia cell phone market

The intent of this plan is to analyze the opportunities for Microsoft to enter the multimedia cell phone market on a global basis by first completing an internal analysis of the company's abilities in this area, the current market environment, and the key market drivers by dominant market segment,…

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India and the United States during the Cold War and beyond

With a booming capitalist society, a large population, a strategic location and an established democracy, India would be a natural ally in a region of the world where the United States has few.

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Development of Mesoamerican civilizations from the Olmec to the Aztecs

The history of Mexico can be extended back at least 20,000 years based on archaeological evidence showing signs of human habitation north of the Valley of Mexico. The people of Northern Mexico then and later were hunters and gatherers in a semi-desert area.

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The debate over job offshoring and its economic consequences for America

Offshoring has been discussed and debated more and more widely in the United States since 2003, when the cartoon appeared on the cover of Business Week showing a man in a business suit holding onto cargo being shipped overseas with the headline "Is Your Job Next?" Today the situation looks even…

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Government regulation of McDonald's advertising to children

Children are unfair victims of advertisers. Those younger than eight years old do not have the cognitive ability to understand that advertisers are just trying to sell them something.

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What we know about smilodon from fossil evidence

The smilodon is one of the most interesting predators of the Pleistocene era. Studying and habits of large predators can give us many clues as to the biodynamics of an area. The largest collection of smilodon fossils is in the tar pits near the city of present day Los Angeles.

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Ethical concerns and controversies surrounding embryonic stem cell research

Unethical Controversies man is ethical only when life, as such, is sacred to him, that of plants and animals as that of his fellow men, and when he devotes himself helpfully to all life that is in need of help. (Schweitzer, 2006)

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Organic food versus fast food: shifting consumer preferences

Shifting Trends in the Food Sector: Organic Food Versus Fast Food Introduction: Trends in the food industry are continually in flux. Changing tastes, dietary guidelines, cultural phenomenon, and more are all forces that are constantly changing the food industry.

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Red Rock Country Club facilities and development analysis

The Red Rock Country Club is a private country club/resort that offers the finest in amenities, including a variety of recreation offerings with a strong focus around golf, other outdoor offerings as well as a variety of social events and opportunities.

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