I have a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, and a Master of Arts in Cell and Molecular Biology. I worked for many years doing research and development in the biotechnology field. I also hold a multiple subject teaching credential and have taught earth and
+ more bio informationLocated on the threshold of the scenic Golden Gate, San Francisco's famous Presidio offers visitors an abundance of sights and activities to explore and enjoy. The Presidio has a long and fascinating history. Archaeologists have found evidence that the site has been occupied since ancient times. The Ohlone/Costanoan people f...
The Discovery of Lake Tanganyika The Stuff of Legend Struggling through dense, uncharted jungle; fording chest-deep rivers and slogging through malaria-infested swamps It may sound like something out of an Indiana Jones movie, but it is the true story of the discovery Lake Tanganyika in 1858 by the British explorer Sir Richa...
Jaundice is not actually a disease, but a condition that is caused by an elevated amount of the bile pigment bilirubin in the blood. The normal bilirubin level in blood serum is between 0.2 and 1.2 mg/dL. If the concentration rises to above 3 mg/dL, jaundice can develop as a yellow discoloration of the skin or the whites of ...
Clouds are part of the hydrologic cycle Everyone is familiar with the general types of clouds. Depending on the conditions, clouds come in a variety of forms: fat, puffy cumulus clouds; thin, wispy cirrus clouds; or dark, lowering stratus clouds threatening rain. Clouds are an integral part of the hydrologic cycle, by which ...
While colorful spring flowers and verdant grasses blowing in the breeze are a delight to behold, they are all too often accompanied by an abundance of pollen and other allergens that can cause seasonal allergies. An allergic reaction is triggered when an allergen such as a grain of pollen enters the body and comes into conta...
Definition of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) When digestion is functioning normally, food travels down the esophagus to the stomach, and the lower esophageal sphincter muscle at the base of the esophagus closes like a valve. When this muscle does not close properly or opens spontaneously, the stomach acid can leak ba...
Choosing paint colors for a living room can be quite a challenge. Living rooms are often the focal point of the home, where we entertain friends or relax with family. Therefore, it is important to select living room colors that create an atmosphere that is compatible with your lifestyle and taste. There are many things to co...
Looking to do something different in your holiday gift-giving this year? Perhaps in years past, after the frenzy of last-minute shopping was over and all of the colorful paper and ribbons were cleared away, you found yourself left with a feeling of disappointment, a vague notion that something was lacking. Your heart may be ...
At 5'3" and still 108 pounds even after raising two children, my friends sometimes think I can "eat anything I want and still stay thin." It may look that way from their point of view, but it's not actually true. Nobody (with the possible exception of active teenage boys who are going through a growth spurt) will be able to ...
Traveling alone is definitely not for everyone, but for those so inclined, it can be the opportunity of a lifetime. Let's take a look at the pros and cons of traveling alone. One big advantage of traveling alone is that you have ultimate freedom to do exactly as you please. You don't have to abide by anyone else's schedule o...
Terrie Schultz
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