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National Library of Medicine: Key Accomplishments, Dna
A brief history of the major discoveries related to DNA from 1865 until 1991. Pictures of the responsible reponsibile for these key accomplishments are included as well.
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National Library of Medicine: The 19th Century Revolution in Forensic Imaging
In the 19th century, forensic pathologists began to use words and pictures to describe cadavers and to teach using cadavers in the classroom. See a number of interesting photos of various crime scenes on this interesting site.
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National Library of Medicine: The Marsh Test
The Marsh Test, developed in 1832, was designed to detect poison in drinks. A short history of this test is provided along with photo of the test apparatus.
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National Library of Medicine: The Invention of Photomicrography
The technique of photographing objects observed under a microscope is discussed in this succinct site. Various pictures taken under a microscope are displayed on this site as well.
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National Library of Medicine: Key Accomplishments, Radiology
A history of radiology is featured from 1901 until 2003. Succinct paragraphs cover the highlights of each discvery.
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National Library of Medicine: Spectral Detection
This concise site provides a brief discussion of the invention of the first work spectroscopes and their impact on forensic science.
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National Library of Medicine: Key Accomplishments, Toxicology
The history of toxicology is discussed from 1702 through 1966. Explanations of major discoveries are brief and to the point.
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National Library of Medicine: Virtopsy, the Virtual Autopsy
An interesting site that delves into how forensic scientists perform minimally invasive autopsies using state of the art technology.
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National Library of Medicine: Entomology in Action
Two lesson plans are found in this site. Lesson Plan 1 is geared to grades 6-9. In this plan, student's will be able to list the different stages of the blow fly's life cycle and understand how the life cycle and ADH (accumulated degree...
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National Library of Medicine: Dna a Molecular Identity
In this lesson plan site, students learn about DNA and examine three different situations where DNA was used to solve a case.
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Medline Plus: Atherosclerosis
From MedlinePlus, a video tutorial featuring information on Atheriosclerosis with accompanying text.
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Medline Plus: Blood Pressure
From MedlinePlus, a video tutorial featuring information on blood pressure with accompanying text.
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Medline Plus: Heartburn
From MedlinePlus, a video tutorial featuring information on heartburn with accompanying text.
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Medline Plus: Maple Syrup Urine Disease
This is a simple introduction to maple syrup urine disease(MSUD). Includes the following sections: "Alternative Names," "Definition," "Causes, incidence, and risk factors," "Symptoms," "Signs and tests," "Treatment," "Expectations...
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Medline Plus: Leprosy
Leprosy, its causes and symptoms, and its treatment and prevention are briefly discussed on this site, provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.
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Medline Plus: Vitamin A
This encyclopedia article is organized into the following sections: Illustrations, Alternative Names, Definition, Function, Food Sources, Side Effects, and Recommendations. Click the thumbnails in Illustrations to pull up two charts, one...
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Medline Plus: Vitamin B6
Organized into several sections, this article provides general information on vitamin B6, its sources, and its function. Click on the thumbnail images in the "Illustrations," section to see two illustrated charts on the benefits and food...
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Medline Plus: Vitamin C
In addition to providing general information on vitamin C and its role in maintaining health, this article includes illustrated charts on the sources and benefits of vitamin C and the effects of vitamin C deficiency.
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Medline Plus: Vitamin D
This website on vitamin D is organized into the following sections: "Illustrations," "Definitions," "Function," "Food Sources," "Side Effects," and "Recommendations." Click on the thumbnail images in the "Illustrations" section to see...
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Medline Plus: Vitamin K
Organized into several very brief sections, this article on vitamin K includes information on vitamin K deficiency and the RDA (recommended dietary allowances) of this vitamin. Click on the thumbnail images in the "Illustrations,"...
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Medline Plus: Folic Acid (Folate)
This brief article on folic acid, or folate, is organized into the following sections: "Alternative names," "Definition," "Function," "Food Sources," "Side Effects," and "Recommendation."
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Medline Plus: Niacin
This encyclopedia article on niacin, or vitamin B3, is organized into the following sections: "Illustrations," "Alternative Names," "Definition," "Function," "Food Sources," "Side Effects," and "Recommendations." Click on the thumbnail...
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Medline Plus: Riboflavin
Organized into several sections, including "Illustrations," "Functions," and "Food Sources," this encyclopedia article is a simple overview of B2, or riboflavin. Click on the thumbnails in the "Illustration," section to pull up...
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Medline Plus: Acetaminophen Overdose
This website provides a list of symptoms associated with acetaminophen toxicity and overdose. Learn what you should do in case someone near you takes too much Tylenol, or any other drug containing acetaminophen.