Research Topics:: You may utilize one of the research topics presented in class…human genomics, aging, etc. or you may cho0se another area of research in biomedicine you would like to learn more about.
Format:  Double spaced, typed, 12pt font, Times Roman, 1 inch margins all around, number each page, must be a minimum of 5 pages in length ( this does not include the cover page and bibliography page).  Sources you must utilize…at least one textbook and medical journal and no more than two web based sources. For reference citation in the text of your paper use the author date format…example (Smith, 1990)
Research Paper Content: All papers must contain the following:
COVER PAGE- Should contain the title of paper, your name and course information
INTRODUCTION – State your thesis and the purpose of your research paper clearly. What is the chief reason you are writing the paper? State also how you plan to approach your topic. Is this a factual report, a book review, a comparison, or an analysis of a problem? Explain briefly the major points you plan to cover in your paper and why readers should be interested in your topic.
BODY – . Remember the Rule of 3, i.e. find 3 supporting arguments for each position you take. Begin with a strong argument, then use a stronger one, and end with the strongest argument for your final point.
CONCLUSION – Restate your thesis. Summarize your arguments. Explain why you have come to this particular conclusion.
BIBLIOGRAPHY PAGE- All sources must be sited using APA style.