Sai Folmsbee is a junior from Topeka majoring in neurobiology. This is his first semester writing a science column for The Kansan. He is actively involved in research of the molecular mechanisms of cancer at the University and intends on pursuing a career in medical research after graduation.
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Folmsbee: Don't 'believe' in evolution
Theory is something that is to be accepted.
Folmsbee: Questions for health care reform
Columnist presents semi-scientific method to better understand the health care situation.
Folmsbee: Vaccines not to blame for autism
Scientists disagree with the anti-vaccination movement over relationship between vaccines and autism.
Folmsbee: Science Nobel Prizes Overlooked
The American public loses interest in important Nobel Prize winners in science.
Folmsbee: Organic foods revealed
Techniques used in organic farming are wasteful and are not beneficial.
Folmsbee: How genetics can help explain homosexuality
The affects of cellular makeup on sexual orientation.
Folmsbee: Alternative medicine research fails to deliver
Complementary healthcare treatments should compete for government money.
Folsmbee: Citizens should learn stem cell terminology
By knowing the jargon, people can ensure that they're properly informed.
Folmsbee: Doctors just as responsible for safe drugs as ‘Big Pharma’
Doctors should know how a valid a drug is before prescribing it.
Folmsbee: MCAT forgets purpose, puts focus on flash cards
The medical school examination stresses rote memorization, not scientific literacy.
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