On the Edges of Science and Law

Diabetes on the Go

2012-05-10T16:38:34-05:00

Individuals with diabetes must be prepared to respond to high or low blood glucose levels at all times. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has guidelines protecting travelerswith diabetes.Even if airports and other institutions have good policies protecting people with diabetes, it is important to train and educate security personnel, police officers, and others so that the policies are successfully implemented.

You are What You Eat: Vulnerable Populations, Access to Healthy Foods, and Diabetes

2011-04-28T17:02:21-05:00

A disproportionate amount of individuals who are obese or have diabetes and other chronic health conditions are of lower socioeconomic status. It will be important to look at food policies geared towards programs which have a significant impact on these populations, such as food stamps, food pantries, and school lunch programs.

PA Webcam Spying Case Resolved

2011-01-11T17:23:58-06:00

A Pennsylvania school district has settled lawsuits alleging invasion of privacy for its use of a program that allowed it to remotely access and monitor students' laptops.

The Rules of Cyber War

2010-12-14T14:25:30-06:00

How is the U.S. and the rest of the world dealing with attacks on the newest battlefield: the internet?

Watch out Produce Aisle, Here Comes Dad!

2010-10-29T15:01:26-05:00

According to a recent study, the types of foods that men eat before having children might impact their future children’s health. With obesity, diabetes, and diets that are high in fat pervasive in America, it is imperative that policy makers start addressing access to healthy food and that the American population seriously considers getting healthy!

Biohack the Planet! A New Generation of Hackers Sweep Across the Country

2010-10-12T09:23:59-05:00

Do-it-yourself biologists are setting up molecular biology labs in their garages and calling themselves "biohackers." Proponents argue that biohackers will help develop new scientific instruments and uncover new applications for biotechnology. These potential rewards, however, come with high risk.

Unearthed Syphilis Study Demonstrates the Purpose of Ethical Regulations in Human Clinical Trials

2010-10-06T14:58:21-05:00

Unethical historical experiments remind researchers of the purpose of protecting research subjects in human clincial trials.

Massachusetts Court Could Tell the CIA to Stop Using Flawed Software to Pilot Killer Drones

2010-09-28T16:07:00-05:00

A Massachusetts court is considering a motion for preliminary injunction that might force the CIA to stop using a software program to pilot its drones.

Myriad Offers to "Gift" Its Breast Cancer Patent to Australia: What’s the Logic?

2010-09-22T12:35:39-05:00

Myriad Genetics offered its patent of the BRCA genes to the Australian people, but strategy and economics may play a role more significant than compassion.

Clinical Trials: Not as Independent As You'd Expect (or Hope)

2010-09-14T15:59:23-05:00

A recent editorial, however, suggests that DSMBs might not be acting objectively because of undue influence by interested parties: namely, the pharmaceutical company that manufactured the trial drug.