Explore Gender & Sexuality Across Preclassic, Classic, & Postclassic Mesoamerica

 Studying gender and sexuality can often provide insight into the values, beliefs, and social narratives in any one given society. Indeed, looking beyond one’s immediate notions of such concepts allows us to comprehend the cultural complexities and uniqueness of other societies. Thus, the following analysis of Preclassic, Classic, and Postclassic societies seeks to better … Read more

Solve Dementia Puzzle: Understand the Impact of Alzheimer's Disease

 Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder of the brain and is considered the most common cause of dementia. It accounts for up to 70% of all dementia cases diagnosed according to current clinical diagnostic criteria. Dementia is an umbrella term describing a collection of symptoms that are caused by brain disorders. AD … Read more

Role of Simulation in Surgical Training: Benefits & Limitations

 It is well established, practical and virtual simulation has become a mainstay in surgical training with transferability of acquired surgical skills to the medical setting (1). Surgeons in training have been finding a number of difficulties in learning the needed surgical skills, and confidence to be able to integrate in the operating theater during … Read more

Webbed Toes: Syndactyly & Its Impact On My Life

 On the forefront of the human foot are five long objects allowing the body to help maintain contact with the ground. These five objects are specified as toes, but what happens when two or more of these toes are connected in a web-like form? Ever since I was born I have had syndactyly. Syndactyly … Read more

"The War": Kevin Costner & Elijah Wood Head a Heartfelt Depiction of PTSD & Family Struggles

 The War was a film that effectively portrayed the familial and economic struggles associated with the post traumatic stress disorder that many veterans procure. In defense of the movie, I resonated with the emotional situations the characters were put through,  and felt that it was easy to understand what the directors intentions were for … Read more

Enforce The Clean Water Act to Improve Limited Water Quality & Pollution Levels in America

 The Clean Water Act, which was proposed to maintain and improve the water quality, has undergone some serious changes over the years. In 1972, the CWA was adopted to focus on the pollutants created from manufacturers. Years later, in 1987, the focus shifted to runoff being a significant source of water pollution. In 2018, … Read more

The True Meaning of Love: From Adam and Eve to Media Deflection

 As dictionaries have been adding new words and revising definitions yearly, we have seen a transition in the definition of love. Today, a commonly accepted definition of love is “an amorous episode” (Webster). This concept of love began with its portrayal in Hollywood media, causing the history and true meaning of the word to … Read more

Millennials Are Saving America: Exploring How to Overcome Baby Boomer Criticisms

 Contrary to popular belief, the new generations of American society—millennials, Generation X, and so on—are not ruining the future of our country. Just like every generation in the past, these people are growing up and learning from the failures of older generations and their own experiences to create contemporary societal values that encompass these … Read more