Pristop. (Producer).(2007, December 26). Microbiology [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDurPEldKKA
Provides a very entertaining presentation, yet catchy song-you'll laugh your socks off, on common infectious diseases and used antibotics.
(2010,January 4). Introduction to Microbiology Culture Techniques [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Et1v8EQP10U
Provides a very detailed presentation of cultural techniques utilized for microbiological testing.
(2006, November 21). Microbiology Open House [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdie_5-Ms5o
Wow! Another very interesting and interactive presentation and song on plating and sterilization techniques of microbiological pathogens.
(2006, May 8). Great Microbiologists [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ArusOqt8EM
Wow! A very fascinating presentation, describing exactly what microbiology entails and the great strides or discoveries that have been accomplished in this area of study.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Stem Cell Video Sources
(2007, October 3). Stem Cell Research [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Axkn8G18t8
Higlights the importance and controversy of stem cell research. For example, discusses how embryonic stem cells could be useful for curing debilitating diseases.
(2007, June 5). Stem Cells [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUcE1Y_bOQE
Discusses the orgins of stem cells, describing their pluripotency during early stages of development.
(2007, September 11). Stem Cells [Video file].Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVh1FZcZZVk
Describes the important roles of stem cells in replenishing red blood cells.
WaySerious.(2008, April 27). New heart built with stem cells [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9hEFUpTVPA
Describes how stem cells from one animal, for example a pig's heart can be used to replace a damaged human heart. Poses future medical advances, yet will also pose extreme controveries for biomedical research.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Axkn8G18t8
Higlights the importance and controversy of stem cell research. For example, discusses how embryonic stem cells could be useful for curing debilitating diseases.
(2007, June 5). Stem Cells [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUcE1Y_bOQE
Discusses the orgins of stem cells, describing their pluripotency during early stages of development.
(2007, September 11). Stem Cells [Video file].Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVh1FZcZZVk
Describes the important roles of stem cells in replenishing red blood cells.
WaySerious.(2008, April 27). New heart built with stem cells [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9hEFUpTVPA
Describes how stem cells from one animal, for example a pig's heart can be used to replace a damaged human heart. Poses future medical advances, yet will also pose extreme controveries for biomedical research.
Chemistry & Physical Science Video Sources
(2009, November 9).Chemistry: Physical Change or Chemical Change? [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IApa7URKqyE
Identifies and describes the differences between physical and chemical changes in nature and the environment.
Monson, R. (2009 January, 14).Contemporary Issues in Physical Science [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVZVSQ3Ieno
Discusses contemporary issues in the areas of physical science, including: the ozone layer, acid rain, global warming, and energy.
Rahula College Science Exhibition 2009. (2009, July 6). Physical Chemistry Tutorial Video-Group Analysis [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g24OaeacUmM
Very resoureful study tool for students majoring in the physical sciences and physical chemistry.
(2008, December 6). Physical Sciences:Differences Between Rocks & Minerals [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKY372w_CSs
Discusses the differences and fallacies between rocks and minerals.
Identifies and describes the differences between physical and chemical changes in nature and the environment.
Monson, R. (2009 January, 14).Contemporary Issues in Physical Science [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVZVSQ3Ieno
Discusses contemporary issues in the areas of physical science, including: the ozone layer, acid rain, global warming, and energy.
Rahula College Science Exhibition 2009. (2009, July 6). Physical Chemistry Tutorial Video-Group Analysis [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g24OaeacUmM
Very resoureful study tool for students majoring in the physical sciences and physical chemistry.
(2008, December 6). Physical Sciences:Differences Between Rocks & Minerals [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKY372w_CSs
Discusses the differences and fallacies between rocks and minerals.
Medical Librarian Video Sources
Johnson, S. (2008, October 24). Medical Librarian NorthwestAHEC [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8ILk4Zziq8
Steve Johnson explains the overall roles and responsiblities of medical & health science librarians, discussing how these information professionals use computers to assist health professionals and consumers/patients in finding medical and health information.
Perorazo, A. (Producer).(2010, December 3). THL National Medical Libraries Month Activities 2010 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC-5GriasQY
Provides a non-vocal, instrumental musical presentation and display of performed clinical outreach and technological activities performed during October, recognized as National Medical Libraries Month. These activities were carried out at Taubman Health Sciences Library.
(2008, February 15). National Medical Libraries Month [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wib7bes4fSs
Also, provides a non-vocal, instrumental presentation, congratulating medical & science librarians who have made great strides in the profession. For example, oretta Merlo, Head of Circulation, was acknowledged for her award-winning video display screen promotions celebrating the contributions and importance of health sciences information professionals.
(2010, October 11). NMLM 2010 Weill Cornell Medical Library [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6ghXP4p3Fw
Another non-vocal, instrumental presenation that recognizes Ms. Rhonda J. Allard at Weill Cornell Medical Library for her outstanding performance and contributions to the profession. For example, Ms. Allard hosts free health education seminars, which are open to the public.
Steve Johnson explains the overall roles and responsiblities of medical & health science librarians, discussing how these information professionals use computers to assist health professionals and consumers/patients in finding medical and health information.
Perorazo, A. (Producer).(2010, December 3). THL National Medical Libraries Month Activities 2010 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC-5GriasQY
Provides a non-vocal, instrumental musical presentation and display of performed clinical outreach and technological activities performed during October, recognized as National Medical Libraries Month. These activities were carried out at Taubman Health Sciences Library.
(2008, February 15). National Medical Libraries Month [Video file]. Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wib7bes4fSs
Also, provides a non-vocal, instrumental presentation, congratulating medical & science librarians who have made great strides in the profession. For example, oretta Merlo, Head of Circulation, was acknowledged for her award-winning video display screen promotions celebrating the contributions and importance of health sciences information professionals.
(2010, October 11). NMLM 2010 Weill Cornell Medical Library [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6ghXP4p3Fw
Another non-vocal, instrumental presenation that recognizes Ms. Rhonda J. Allard at Weill Cornell Medical Library for her outstanding performance and contributions to the profession. For example, Ms. Allard hosts free health education seminars, which are open to the public.
Anatomy & Physiology Video Sources
2009, May 3).Anatomy & Physiology Review of the Skeletal Muscle Tissue. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfFBoIkdDgQ
Provides a detailed overview of structure and physiology of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.
(2009, June 26). Mr. Ford’s Anatomy & Physiology : Lesson 01:06 Body Positions Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GAw9w1XNEI
Discusses or highlights basic anatomical positions of the body and organs.
Anatomy & Physiology Introduction & Survival Tips October 28, 2007 Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ppm7S8HDkM
Offers and presents very good advice on how to "survive" or "pass" anatomy & physiology courses.
Anatomy & Physiology: Bone Growth May 5, 2009 Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6E5Rz9tOKE
Provides a very brief glimspe of the involved cells during bone formation.
Provides a detailed overview of structure and physiology of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.
(2009, June 26). Mr. Ford’s Anatomy & Physiology : Lesson 01:06 Body Positions Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GAw9w1XNEI
Discusses or highlights basic anatomical positions of the body and organs.
Anatomy & Physiology Introduction & Survival Tips October 28, 2007 Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ppm7S8HDkM
Offers and presents very good advice on how to "survive" or "pass" anatomy & physiology courses.
Anatomy & Physiology: Bone Growth May 5, 2009 Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6E5Rz9tOKE
Provides a very brief glimspe of the involved cells during bone formation.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Career Development Resources for Medical & Vision Science Librarians
For future career aspirations, I am very interested in becoming a medical librarian. Also, I strongly desire to pursue the area of vision science for librarians. The fields of optometry and opthalmology are very interesting and exciting fields because I had the wonderful opportunities to shadow two optometrists.
Career & Networking Resources:
Academy of Health Professions.(2010). Retrieved from wwww.mlanet.org/academy
The Academy of Healht Information Professionals acknowledges the personal investment of time and effort needed for exemplary professional performance and contributions to the profession.
Awards, Grants, and Scholarships.(2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/awards/grants/
This program provides finanical support to health science librarians.
Mentors. (2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/mentor/
Refers library science students interested in the field of medical librarianship to current medical/health science librarians, as mentors to assist students with educational and career goals.
Continuing Education Courses. (2010). Retrieved from
www.mlanet.org/education/
Offers continuing education programs or classes for practicing medical/health sciences librarians, recent graduates, and other interested persons.
Jobs. (2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/jobs/
Posts listings of current job offers in medical/health science librarianship.
National Library of Medicine Extramural Programs Site. (2010). Retrieved from
www.nlm.nih.gov/ep/
Provides grants and fellowships to organizations and individuals interested in applying computers, telecommunication for improving storage, retrieval, and
access to biomedical information.
Facebook Group. (2010). Retrieved from www.facebook.com/MedicalLibraryAssn.
Online social network, allowing colleagues to talk and get information about the profession.
Allied Health Profession-Medical Librarians Part of the Health Care Team. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.healthpronet.org/ahp_month/01_07.html
Highlights the major roles & responsibilities of medical librarians. Offers information on places of employment for medical libarians, in addition to: listings of ALA accredited schools, overall job prospects, types of available positions,and salaries. Also, gives an overview of: featured health professions, HPN Workforce Information Repositories, media resources, meetings & events, advocacy activities,and the Health Professions Network provides information on how students can become members.
Resources for Vision Science Librarians:
Association of Vision Science Librarians. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.lhl.uab.edu/avsl/
International organization consisting of professional librarians, whose collections and services include vision.
Eye Resources on the Inernet. (2000). Retrieved from http://webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu/dept/websites/eyeres.htm
Contains extensive listings of associations, memberships, and societies for vision and eye health for librarians.
Schaeffer-Young, J. (2000). Standards for vision science librarians.
Bulletin of the Medical Library Association, 88(3), 234-238. Retrieved from
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC35231/
Discusses a general overview of staffing levels, services, budgets, and technologies
that should be provided by libraries specializing in vision science.
Career & Networking Resources:
Academy of Health Professions.(2010). Retrieved from wwww.mlanet.org/academy
The Academy of Healht Information Professionals acknowledges the personal investment of time and effort needed for exemplary professional performance and contributions to the profession.
Awards, Grants, and Scholarships.(2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/awards/grants/
This program provides finanical support to health science librarians.
Mentors. (2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/mentor/
Refers library science students interested in the field of medical librarianship to current medical/health science librarians, as mentors to assist students with educational and career goals.
Continuing Education Courses. (2010). Retrieved from
www.mlanet.org/education/
Offers continuing education programs or classes for practicing medical/health sciences librarians, recent graduates, and other interested persons.
Jobs. (2010). Retrieved from www.mlanet.org/jobs/
Posts listings of current job offers in medical/health science librarianship.
National Library of Medicine Extramural Programs Site. (2010). Retrieved from
www.nlm.nih.gov/ep/
Provides grants and fellowships to organizations and individuals interested in applying computers, telecommunication for improving storage, retrieval, and
access to biomedical information.
Facebook Group. (2010). Retrieved from www.facebook.com/MedicalLibraryAssn.
Online social network, allowing colleagues to talk and get information about the profession.
Allied Health Profession-Medical Librarians Part of the Health Care Team. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.healthpronet.org/ahp_month/01_07.html
Highlights the major roles & responsibilities of medical librarians. Offers information on places of employment for medical libarians, in addition to: listings of ALA accredited schools, overall job prospects, types of available positions,and salaries. Also, gives an overview of: featured health professions, HPN Workforce Information Repositories, media resources, meetings & events, advocacy activities,and the Health Professions Network provides information on how students can become members.
Resources for Vision Science Librarians:
Association of Vision Science Librarians. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.lhl.uab.edu/avsl/
International organization consisting of professional librarians, whose collections and services include vision.
Eye Resources on the Inernet. (2000). Retrieved from http://webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu/dept/websites/eyeres.htm
Contains extensive listings of associations, memberships, and societies for vision and eye health for librarians.
Schaeffer-Young, J. (2000). Standards for vision science librarians.
Bulletin of the Medical Library Association, 88(3), 234-238. Retrieved from
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC35231/
Discusses a general overview of staffing levels, services, budgets, and technologies
that should be provided by libraries specializing in vision science.
Biology and Science-related Resources for University Students and Faculty
This area contains databases and governmental websites for biology, chemistry, and the physical sciences.
Databases: As a university student or faculty member, your institution automatically subscribes to the majority of the following databases free of charge, via your school's library webpage or catalog system.
These are listings/samples of databases mostly accessed by students and faculty in biology and the sciences at Alabama State University:
Academic OneFile
Academic Search Premier
AGRICOLA ( National Agriculture Library)
BioOne
Clinical Trials.gov
Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
EBSCOhost
Expanded Academic ASAP
First Search
Medline
MEDLINE plus
Medline (EBSCOhost)
PubMed
Proquest Dissertations & Theses
Science Direct
Science.gov
Wiley Interscience
Governmental Websites:
U.S. Dep. of Agriculture. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usdahome
Provides online information on agriculture, education,outreach, natural resources and the environment, and reserarch opportunities.
Food Safety & Inspection Service. (2010) Retrieved from http://www.fsis.usda.gov/
Has online information on food safety and inspection measures and regulations in efforts to prevent the spread of food-borne illnesses.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/
Online national organization and service, which represents several departments providing consumers with safety and preventative measures on immmunizations, vaccinations, traveler's health, diseases, and health conditions. For healthcare providers, also, displays information on data statistics for mortality and morbidity rates, related to various ethnicities/racial groups on specfic health conditions.
National Center for Immunization & Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/ncird/index.html
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the numbers of immunized persons and the incidence rates of those infected by respiratory diseases. Also, provides information on preventative measures for respiratory infections.
National Center for Zoonotic, Vector-Borne, and Enteric Diseases (NCZVED) & Division of Foodborne, Bacterial, and Mycotic Diseases http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/ ; http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/divisions/dfbmd/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of animal (zoonotic), vecter-borne (inspect), and enteric (stomach and small intestines) diseases and preventative measures.
National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) http://www.cdc.gov/nchhstp/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, STD's, and TB , along with information on preventative measures.
National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases (NCPDCID). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/ncpdcid/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of infectious diseases and lists preventative actions and measures to implement, carry out, perform, or "act upon" in the worse case scenario, of an viral epidemic or pandemic.
Food & Drug Administration (FDA).(2010). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/ Online resource guide that contains lists of recalls, alerts, and warnings of foods, drugs, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics.
National Institutes of Health (2010). Retrieved from http://www.nih.gov/ Considered
One of the world's top premier medical and biomedical research centers.
National Human Genome Research Institute.(2010).Retrieved from http://www.genome.gov/
Also viewed as one of the nation's top research centers for DNA and gene studies or therapies.
Microbiology Wepage: MicrobeWorld. (2010). Your gateway to the world of microbes. Retrieved from http://wwww.microbeworld.org/
Explores the world of microbes with vivid images, descriptions,and new research findings from various fields of microbiology.
Student Associaions/memberships for career and professional growth:
Microbiology Organizations:
American Society for Microbiology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.asm.org/
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying various areas of microbiology.
American Society of Virology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.asv.org/
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying virology, pathology, and related areas.
The Bacteriophage Ecology Group. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.mansfield.ohio-state.edu/~sabedon/beg_splash.htm
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying the evolutionary mechanisms of bacteriophages.
International Society for Infectious Diseases.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.isid.org/
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying virology, pathology, and emerging diseases/infections.
International Union Microbiological Societies.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.iums.org/
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying various areas of microbiology.
International Commission on Microbiological Specifications for Foods (ICMSF). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.icmsf.iit.edu/main/home.html
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying food safety measures and common food-borne pathogens.
Society for Applied Microbiology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.sfam.org.uk/index.php
The UK'S oldest microbiology organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons, desiring to ensure that microbiology and microbiologist are able to exert influence on policy-makers within the United Kingdom, Europe, and internationally.
Biology:
National Science Foundation (NSF). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.nsf.gov/
The National Science Foundation (NSF) offers research opportunities to several federally-funded supported U.S. colleges and universities. Focus areas of research, include:biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, and the social sciences.
Science Technology Engineering & Math (STEM) Program. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.alasu.edu/academics/research--centers/hbcuup/stem-research-opportunities/index.aspx
Promotes research and learning opportunities in biology, science, engineering, and mathematics. This program is currently offerred at Alabama State University and at other major universities for interested students and faculty.
Chemistry:
American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC). (2010). Retrieved from www.aacc.org/
Although mainly for students majoring in chemisty, the AACC as an 'international scientific/medical society, provides valuable resources for students in the biological sciences and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines.
Chemistry & Physical Science Organizations:
ACS.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.acs.org/ The American Chemical Society, founded in 1876 and represents the world's largest scientific society. Members are mainly chemists but also chemical engineers. Includes information on ACS divisions, programs, and local sections.
America Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aiche.org/. Offers information on news about the chemistry profession, membership and benefits, activities, meeting information, calls for papers, continuing education courses, technical publications, awards program, and career information from the AIChE.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC). (2010). Retrieved from www.aacc.org/
The AACC describes itself as an 'international scientific/medical society of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists and other individuals involved with clinical chemistry and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines.
American Association for the Advancement of Science. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aaas.org/
An international, non-profit organization that is dedicated to advancing science globally for educators and interested persons.
Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aatcc.org/
The site includes a searchable database, membership information, textiles research, testing standards, workshops, and world events.
American Hydrogen Association. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.clean-air.org/
Organization that stimulates interests and establishes renewable hydrogen energies. Press releases, seminars, workshops, educational sites, newsletters, events, and membership information are provided.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aiche.org/
There are sections on conferences, membership information, publications, careers & employment, education & training, industries, and governmental opportunities in reference to chemical engineering.
Keele University. (2010). Research Institute for the Environment, Physical Sciences, and Applied Mathematics. Retrieved from http://www.keele.ac.uk/research/epsam/pgrad/index.htm
Provides students with research opportunities in the areas of: astrophysics, computer science, environment and sustainablity, geosciences, chemistry, and mathematics.
Databases: As a university student or faculty member, your institution automatically subscribes to the majority of the following databases free of charge, via your school's library webpage or catalog system.
These are listings/samples of databases mostly accessed by students and faculty in biology and the sciences at Alabama State University:
Academic OneFile
Academic Search Premier
AGRICOLA ( National Agriculture Library)
BioOne
Clinical Trials.gov
Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
EBSCOhost
Expanded Academic ASAP
First Search
Medline
MEDLINE plus
Medline (EBSCOhost)
PubMed
Proquest Dissertations & Theses
Science Direct
Science.gov
Wiley Interscience
Governmental Websites:
U.S. Dep. of Agriculture. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usdahome
Provides online information on agriculture, education,outreach, natural resources and the environment, and reserarch opportunities.
Food Safety & Inspection Service. (2010) Retrieved from http://www.fsis.usda.gov/
Has online information on food safety and inspection measures and regulations in efforts to prevent the spread of food-borne illnesses.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/
Online national organization and service, which represents several departments providing consumers with safety and preventative measures on immmunizations, vaccinations, traveler's health, diseases, and health conditions. For healthcare providers, also, displays information on data statistics for mortality and morbidity rates, related to various ethnicities/racial groups on specfic health conditions.
National Center for Immunization & Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/ncird/index.html
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the numbers of immunized persons and the incidence rates of those infected by respiratory diseases. Also, provides information on preventative measures for respiratory infections.
National Center for Zoonotic, Vector-Borne, and Enteric Diseases (NCZVED) & Division of Foodborne, Bacterial, and Mycotic Diseases http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/ ; http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/divisions/dfbmd/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of animal (zoonotic), vecter-borne (inspect), and enteric (stomach and small intestines) diseases and preventative measures.
National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) http://www.cdc.gov/nchhstp/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, STD's, and TB , along with information on preventative measures.
National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases (NCPDCID). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/ncpdcid/
A department of the CDC which provides statistical data on the incidence rates of infectious diseases and lists preventative actions and measures to implement, carry out, perform, or "act upon" in the worse case scenario, of an viral epidemic or pandemic.
Food & Drug Administration (FDA).(2010). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/ Online resource guide that contains lists of recalls, alerts, and warnings of foods, drugs, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics.
National Institutes of Health (2010). Retrieved from http://www.nih.gov/ Considered
One of the world's top premier medical and biomedical research centers.
National Human Genome Research Institute.(2010).Retrieved from http://www.genome.gov/
Also viewed as one of the nation's top research centers for DNA and gene studies or therapies.
Microbiology Wepage: MicrobeWorld. (2010). Your gateway to the world of microbes. Retrieved from http://wwww.microbeworld.org/
Explores the world of microbes with vivid images, descriptions,and new research findings from various fields of microbiology.
Student Associaions/memberships for career and professional growth:
Microbiology Organizations:
American Society for Microbiology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.asm.org/
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying various areas of microbiology.
American Society of Virology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.asv.org/
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying virology, pathology, and related areas.
The Bacteriophage Ecology Group. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.mansfield.ohio-state.edu/~sabedon/beg_splash.htm
Organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying the evolutionary mechanisms of bacteriophages.
International Society for Infectious Diseases.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.isid.org/
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying virology, pathology, and emerging diseases/infections.
International Union Microbiological Societies.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.iums.org/
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying various areas of microbiology.
International Commission on Microbiological Specifications for Foods (ICMSF). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.icmsf.iit.edu/main/home.html
Global organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons specializing in or studying food safety measures and common food-borne pathogens.
Society for Applied Microbiology. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.sfam.org.uk/index.php
The UK'S oldest microbiology organization open to students, faculty, and other interested persons, desiring to ensure that microbiology and microbiologist are able to exert influence on policy-makers within the United Kingdom, Europe, and internationally.
Biology:
National Science Foundation (NSF). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.nsf.gov/
The National Science Foundation (NSF) offers research opportunities to several federally-funded supported U.S. colleges and universities. Focus areas of research, include:biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, and the social sciences.
Science Technology Engineering & Math (STEM) Program. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.alasu.edu/academics/research--centers/hbcuup/stem-research-opportunities/index.aspx
Promotes research and learning opportunities in biology, science, engineering, and mathematics. This program is currently offerred at Alabama State University and at other major universities for interested students and faculty.
Chemistry:
American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC). (2010). Retrieved from www.aacc.org/
Although mainly for students majoring in chemisty, the AACC as an 'international scientific/medical society, provides valuable resources for students in the biological sciences and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines.
Chemistry & Physical Science Organizations:
ACS.(2010). Retrieved from http://www.acs.org/ The American Chemical Society, founded in 1876 and represents the world's largest scientific society. Members are mainly chemists but also chemical engineers. Includes information on ACS divisions, programs, and local sections.
America Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aiche.org/. Offers information on news about the chemistry profession, membership and benefits, activities, meeting information, calls for papers, continuing education courses, technical publications, awards program, and career information from the AIChE.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC). (2010). Retrieved from www.aacc.org/
The AACC describes itself as an 'international scientific/medical society of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists and other individuals involved with clinical chemistry and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines.
American Association for the Advancement of Science. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aaas.org/
An international, non-profit organization that is dedicated to advancing science globally for educators and interested persons.
Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aatcc.org/
The site includes a searchable database, membership information, textiles research, testing standards, workshops, and world events.
American Hydrogen Association. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.clean-air.org/
Organization that stimulates interests and establishes renewable hydrogen energies. Press releases, seminars, workshops, educational sites, newsletters, events, and membership information are provided.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.aiche.org/
There are sections on conferences, membership information, publications, careers & employment, education & training, industries, and governmental opportunities in reference to chemical engineering.
Keele University. (2010). Research Institute for the Environment, Physical Sciences, and Applied Mathematics. Retrieved from http://www.keele.ac.uk/research/epsam/pgrad/index.htm
Provides students with research opportunities in the areas of: astrophysics, computer science, environment and sustainablity, geosciences, chemistry, and mathematics.
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