Watch the movie Gattaca (1997) and write a short summary of the plot and your reflections on the theme.

Objective: To consider the personal and societal implications of rapidly advancing genetic technologies by watching an excellent scifi movie. Procedure: Watch the movie Gattaca (1997) and write a short summary of the plot and your reflections on the theme. And answer the following questions (keeping in mind the concept of genetic determinism: What point do you think that the movie is trying to make? Do you think this is a realistic concern, why or why not? What do you think Vincent and Director Josef’s actions given their “genetic make up” say about the writer/directors views on the validity of detailed genetic testing? Given that in vitro fertilization is the primary means by which couples have children in this society do you feel it is ethical to select the embryos for implantation based on specific traits such as eye color, hair color, height etc.? What about selecting for the absence of deadly or painful diseases, disabilities, addictive behavior (likelihood of becoming addicted to drugs), longevity, learning disorders, inelegance, athletic ability etc.? If these tests were available and routine do you think it would be irresponsible of the parents not to take advantage of them (as the genetic counselor in the movie implies)? Background: Our understanding of genetics is increasing exponentially. The synergy of computational power, sharing of information via interactive digital repositories, and understanding of genomics allows us to understand and manipulate the genome of humans and other organisms in ways we thought were science fiction just 20 short years ago. This present perplexing questions and dilemmas for individuals, families, and society.

Genetic Disease Exploration Presentation Forum, sickle cell anemia

Disease Presentation: Objective: To apply the knowledge we are gaining to a specific topic. This will make the content of our studies more relevant, increase the depth of our understanding of this content, and reinforce what we have learned about the different types of diseases. We will also consider the many ways in which genetic knowledge is used and the different levels at which genetics is studied. Procedure: 1. Each student will explore and present a genetic disease of their choice. This genetic disease can be something more common like heart disease or diabetes. 2. Each student will answer the following questions in a 1-2 page paper or other type of presentation (for example power point and html pages are acceptable alternate formats): — What are the symptoms? At what age do symptoms begin? — How common is it? Is it more common in some groups than others? — Is this disease caused by an abnormality of a chromosome, a gene, many genes, or a combination of inherited predisposition with environmental influences? — How does this cause lead to the symptoms of this condition? — Is there any treatment or cure? — Include a bibliography. See notes on this below. Do not just reorder and regurgitate someone else’s descriptions. Read it, process it, and then summarize it in a clear, organized way that shows that you understand what you have read and are not just copying, pasting, and rewording the sources. 3. To the best of your ability, explain the underlying science. Relate the information in your presentation to what we learned in class. For example, if your presentation is on Down syndrome, how does understanding meiosis to create gametes and mitosis of create the embryo / fetus / baby relate to the disease? If your presentation is an a single gene disease, do not just say that it is “inherited” or that someone is a “carrier,” explain describe what this means based on what you learned this term. If your disease is polygenic / multifactorial, what does that mean and what data show that it has this type of inheritance? By explaining this in your own words, you will show me that you have put some effort into understanding how the genetic abnormality leads to the disease symptoms and why there is or is not a treatment. 4. Define any scientific or medical terms. 5. Include a bibliography. (See details about sources below.) 6. Use “people first language.” See link to description in week 0 on main course page, under General Resources. 7. Your presentation will be posted to this Disease Presentation Forum. Students will not have access to the forum posts until they have posted their own presentation. 8. After their presentation is posted, students will evaluate 2 of their classmates presentations. The evaluations are part of the evaluators grade on this assignment. You comments on peer’s work are due the same time your final is due. Criteria for Grade: Worth 50 points: 10 quality of writing, clarity, grammar, spelling, sentence and paragraph structure — Please consult a writing tutor or have a trusted person edit / proof read a rough draft of your presentation. 10 quality of analysis, level of detail, breadth, depth 10 illustrates understanding of the topic, definitions of terms, relating information in your presentation to what we learned in class 10 Bibliography:two or more sources; choice of sources (no .coms, only .gov and .edu or articles).

Write a paper explaining how to Acquiring a Contract with the Navy

Based on the same scenario as in Assignments 1 and 2, you are ready to begin considering the factors needed for your proposal based on RFP #123456789, dated 07/14/2014. Remember that another local competitor intends to submit a proposal as well. Before beginning this assignment, review FAR Subpart 19.5Set-Asides for Small Business. Additional factors to consider are: Both your company and your competitors company will qualify under the HUBZone Act (FAR 19.5). Based upon the scope of work required, your initial estimates for the contract will exceed $150,000. Therefore, you are willing to offer incentives to the Navy. Your competitor intends to submit a proposal for a one (1) year contract. Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper in which you: Examine two (2) reasons why your business would qualify under the basic concepts of the HUBZone Set-Aside Procedures. Provide a rationale for your response. Analyze the primary way(s) in which a multiyear contract would benefit both the Navy and your business. Determine whether your bid proposal should be based on a fixed-price, a cost-reimbursement, or a time-and-materials type of contract. Provide a rationale for your response. Determine the category of incentives that you are willing to offer (., cost, schedule, or performance). Provide a rationale for your response. Determine whether your bid proposal should be a technical, management, or cost proposal. Provide a rationale for your response. Speculate on five (5) potential risk factors that you will need to consider if your company is awarded the contract. Provide a rationale for your response. Use at least three (3) quality references Note: Wikipedia and other related websites do not qualify as academic resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the students name, the professors name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are: Interpret the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as it relates to small-business programs. Describe the various types of contracts and considerations for their use. Outline and explain the process for developing competitive proposals and source selection.

Read the beginning of the research paper of “discriminatory effects: Desegregation Litigation in Higher Education in Georgia” Read the first 6 pages until reaching to section 1 answer the following questions. How do you feel about affirmative action in general?

Read the beginning of the research paper of “discriminatory effects: Desegregation Litigation in Higher Education in Georgia” Read the first 6 pages until reaching to section 1 answer the following questions. How do you feel about affirmative action in general? What action do you believe should be taken regarding desegregating historically black colleges and why?

Critically evaluate marketing frameworks and competencies in the context of start-up organizations

Approximately 2000 words research paper find a startup(less than 5 years) analyze marketing strategy critique and comment what is the growth engine and what lack in growth engine Objectives: 1. Critically evaluate marketing frameworks and competencies in the context of start-up organizations 2. Formulate a new value proposition and position it in a competitive global environment. Cover some of the points following: Choice of Customer Spotting and Exploiting Opportunities Which marketing techniques and tools are most useful to start-ups, given scarcity of resources. Understanding Value Growth Hacking Developing your Product / Service: Marketing a New Value Proposition Branding and Positioning The Distribution Challenge: Online The Distribution Challenge: Physical Managing your First Customers Pricing for Profitability

Determine how unique viewpoints may impact ethical communications in an organizational setting.

Assemble Various Ethical Viewpoints to Address an Ethical Dilemma Instructions Select a case study of an ethical dilemma. Review the case study from the lens of each ethical viewpoint 1. utilitarianism, 2. deontology, 3. altruism, 4. ethical egoism. 5. Then, prepare an essay presentation for a group of undergraduate business students in which you provide details on how a person with each ethical viewpoint would address the ethical dilemma outlined in your case study. 6. Provide examples from the research supporting or validating each viewpoint, and then predict possible outcomes for each. 7. Determine how unique viewpoints may impact ethical communications in an organizational setting. Incorporate appropriate , transitions, and graphics for at least one page of the presentation Support your presentation with at least seven scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included. Length: 9 pages not including reference or title page 7 scholarly resources
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Assess the Influence of Organizational Structure on Change and Culture

Based on your knowledge of the organization you have been studying, prepare an assessment of the organizational structure. Then, determine if this structure supports a culture of change or if it would be better served to consider a new model that would facilitate change and development needed for success. Discuss how this structure would support the two (2) most important development objectives needed by the organization for improved health. references Contextual influences on the corporate entrepreneurship-performance relationship: A longitudinal analysis. Shaker A.Zahra?Jeffrey G.Covin? Journal of Business Venturing Volume 10, Issue 1, January 1995, Pages 43-58 Structure Determining Factors of Business Organization Adam Kalowski. International Journal of Innovation, Management and Technology, Vol. 6, No. 3, June 2015 Brazeal, D. V., Schenkel, M. T., & Kumar, S. (2014). Beyond the organizational bounds in CE research: Exploring personal and relational factors in a flat organizational structure. Journal of Applied Management and Entrepreneurship, 19(2), 78-106. Retrieved from Chung, H. M., & Khan, M. B. (2012). The effects of outsourcing of information technology on the employment of computer professionals in the united states. International Journal of Management, 29(3), 371-382. Retrieved from GROYSBERG, B., LEE, J., PRICE, J., & CHENG, J. Y. (2018). The Leaders Guide to Corporate Culture. (cover story). Harvard Business Review, 96(1), 44-52.
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Assess how the judicial system, tax system, or the state or federal budgeting process influences policy

Assess how the judicial system, tax system, or the state or federal budgeting process influences policy (for example, how military spending is determined, the role of the Courts in civil or disability rights). Provide an example of a policy issue/topic in your response (health care, social security, safety net spending, etc.) and evaluate this influence on policy. SOCIAL WORK POLICY PRACTICE AUTHOR: RITTER This week, we will address the following topics: The role of judicial system Politics of Economics ached Files: File Ritter_C12.ppt (1.015 MB) File Ritter_C11.ppt (926 KB) File Spend a Dollar on Drug Treatment, and Save More on Crime Reduction – The New York Times.webarchive (7.893 MB) File Supply-Side Economics, but for Liberals – The New York Times.webarchive (9.721 MB)