Diagnosing a Neuroblastoma in a Child: Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment

 Classical presenting symptoms in a child diagnosed with a Neuroblastoma are stomach pain, abdominal distention, and a hard painless neck mass (1). The patient can also present with opsoclonus-myoclonus syndrome,  known as “dancing eyes, and dancing feet” syndrome (2). The age of onset in children is usually before the age of 5 (2). KB’s … Read more

Medium Theory in Digital Network Era: Re-considering Technological Determinism

 Introduction The model of medium theory states that the most significant social and cultural effects of media originate from the essential assets of the media itself, has been historically viewed at with suspicion, especially on the critical Left.  An extensive literature drawing on political economy and critical sociology has denounced the technological determinism inherent … Read more

Critically Assessing Medium Theory's Strengths and Weaknesses

 Introduction The model of medium theory states that the most significant social and cultural effects of media originate from the essential assets of the media itself, has been historically viewed at with suspicion, especially on the critical Left. A drawing on political economy and critical sociology has criticised the technological passivity present in medium … Read more

Explore RA: History, Manifestations & Prevention/Treatment

 The purpose of this paper is to explore one of the most common types of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, by identifying its history, its manifestations, and the ways in which it can be prevented or treated. To begin, a noncommunicable disease is a disease that cannot be transmitted from host to host as well as … Read more

The Lasting Impact of Irish Harp Tradition in 18th Century Ireland

 The eighteenth century was a particularly interesting time for the Irish harping tradition. It bore witness to a number of important events and historical figures, such as the numerous harping festivals (culminating with the Belfast Harp Festival of 1792), Edward Bunting’s important work, and the array of tunes composed by the great Turlough O’Carolan. … Read more

Analyzing Rousseau's Stance: Is Striving for Excellence Society's Negative Feature?

 In the following paper, we will be assessing and demonstrating an argument that has been brought forward by Jean-Jacques Rousseau in his novel entitled, Discourse on the Origin of Inequality. This will be concerning whether or not Rousseau is right in his argument that striving for excellence or improvement is a negative feature, responsible … Read more

Distribution Analysis of Nanoparticle Architectures: The Potential of Hydroxyapatite for Bone Grafts

 Distribution Analysis of Nanoparticle Architectures Hydroxyapatite Description and Uses Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a bioactive calcium-based mineral with the chemical formula Ca10(PO4)6(OH)21,2,4. Along with protein-based polymers such as collagen, this mineral forms the basis of all hard tissues in the human body, with as much as 50% of bone and over 90% of enamel (T. … Read more

The Need for Religion in Society Today?

 India Phills Ms. Park Humanities Nov 27, 2017 A World Without Organized Religion? Religion is defined as “the service and worship of God or the supernatural.” (Merriam Webster) Estimates say there are some 4,200 religions practiced around the world today; the oldest of which is Hinduism dating back 4,000 plus years. Religion has developed … Read more