Scientists’ Presentations

African Wildlife Conservation

Dr. James Derr

The presentation provides information on African Wildlife Conservation efforts.

Anatomy and Physiology

Dr. Larry Johnson

The presentation provides an overview of anatomy and physiology. The different kinds of tissues and systems and their structures and functions in the human body and other living organisms are discussed.

Dr. Mark Holtzapple

Energy is the possible solution for reducing various problems such as water, food, environment, poverty, war, disease, education, democracy, and population.

Inquiry Learning

Dr. William Klemm

Part 1: What Scientists Are Like: Common Misperceptions – This video presents one scientist’s impression of what the scientists are like that he has known over the last 50 years.

Inquiry Learning

Dr. William Klemm

Part 2: Inquiry Learning: How Scientists Think – The description should be: “This video summarizes the scientific method in terms of how scientists generate, approach, and study problems. Other features include discussion of three common interpretation errors and the role of theories in science.

Introduction to Toxicology

Dr. Larry Johnson

History of toxicological events leading to current studies and current regulatory agencies, toxicology terms and concepts from a fun approach, major effects of toxicants and organ damage, routes and sources of toxicant, and careers in toxicology.

Memory Medic

Dr. William Klemm

Dr. William Klemm discusses how he became interested in the subject of memory and becoming a neuroscientist, and discusses his new e-book entitled, “Better Grades, Less Effort” which deals with practical techniques on improving long-term memory which helps students make better grades.

Science and Careers in Science

Dr. Larry Johnson

This presentation defines science, discusses scientific method, and explores careers in science. Several different careers in science are highlighted such as pharmacology, veterinary medicine, and medical research. The many benefits of having a career in science are also discussed.

Scientific Method

Dr. William Klemm

Discussion of scientific method including hypotheses, experimental design, interpretation of results, and the drawing of conclusions.