Through research done on causes of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a link has been made between the amyloid-beta protein and the APOE ε4 allele. Not only do they play a major role in leading to AD, they also result in an increased risk of brain injury. Looking at studies done on patients with traumatic brain injuries, with an emphasis on injuries received while boxing, the possibility exists that having the APOE ε4 allele can lead to being more at risk for having a traumatic brain injury than non-carriers. Currently, there is no screening for the APOE ε4 allele in prospective athletes. The topic of potential screening should be further discussed as well as additional research done to be better equipped for educating the public on possible risks.

Two issues affecting health today are metabolic syndrome and trans fats. Metabolic syndrome is a common condition that has no single known cause. Trans fats are fatty acids that can be artificially made and added to food, or can naturally occur in ruminant-derived foods. There has been speculation that metabolic syndrome and trans fats are correlated. Studies indicate both positive and negative correlations between metabolic syndrome and the consumption of trans fats.

This volume of Indian River Junior College's Pioneer Post outlines the recent and upcoming events within the college; including the theatrical performance "The Crucible", club news, and sporting events. A political cartoon addresses the nationally occurring culture wars of the 1960's. A political cartoon gives us a local perspective of a national political and social issue regarding cultural wars of the 1960's; warning students of "the gap" between conservative Americans and those following the anti-war peace movements. Both groups are fighting for what they believe is right for the United States; depicted is an eagle being strangled as both parties pull to have it on their side. The strangled eagle highlights the harm caused by this cultural gap among Americans. Summary and historical context created by Whitney Durcharme as part of Dr. Michelle Carraigan's Fall 2018 AMH2020.

Students at IRJC all did a mock election on Lynden B Johnson and all of his candidates. Then the students wrote why they think each candidate might beat Johnson. Because it shows IRSC's students prediction and view on the election of Johnson vs Nixon. Summary and historical context provided by Gibson Wein as part of Dr. Michelle Carrigan's Fall 2018 AMH2020.

Florida's Attorney General Robert Shevin visits Indian River State College in 1975. Mr. Shevin gave a short speech and then followed with a question and answer session. The topics included his reasons for Florida's rising crime rate, which he listed as tourism, growing population, open coastlines, unemployment, and the lack of rehabilitation when criminals are released from jail. During the question and answer sessions, he speculated on topics that included mass media reporting, legalization of marijuana, property line setbacks, and recent changes in the Supreme Court. Mr. Shevin concluded his Q & A with his thoughts on capital punishment, in which he stated he is in favor of the death penalty. Robert L. Shevin was Florida's Attorney General from 1971-1979. During his visit to Indian River State College in 1975, he was questioned on his opinion of the new Supreme Court ruling, allowing rape victims names to be released in the press. This ruling was decided in the Supreme Court case Cox Broadcasting Corp v. Cohn, just shy of a month before Shevin appeared at the College. A television reporter, employed by an appellant broadcasting station, during a news report of a rape case, released a deceased rape victim's name. The victim's father brought action against the broadcasting station, claiming his right to privacy had been violated. Martin Cohn, the victim's father, originally succeeded in court by suing WSB and the reporter, claiming it violated Georgia's shield law and his common-law right to privacy. Before the case could proceed at state trial court, the United States Supreme Court agreed to hear Cox's appeal. The Supreme Court ruled 8-1 in favor of Cox broadcasting, holding Georgia's shield law and its common-law counterpart violated the First Amendment. Since Cox's reporter obtained the name in a public document in open court, the court held that later publication was actively protected by the First Amendment. Summary and historical context provided by Jamie Cairns as part of Dr. Michelle Carrigan's Fall 2018 AMH2020.

Indian Hobbyist Association founded in 1965 and they did a traditional Pow Wow at IRSCC, and this annual tradition has been done since the fifties. The Pow Wow are Native Americans ceremonies held which involves feasting, singing, and dancing. And some particular hobbyist groups in Florida saw a need to unite diminishing traditions. This association had about one hundred plus members. And members would pick which tribe they would like to represent. There are many different kind of tribes cultures to show. This brings many people together with their many of their own worked on piece of work like costumes. The article "Indian Occupy IRCC" could be important to a local or national researcher, because it could help out a researcher who is studying or wants information on Indian Hobbyist who was a part of these traditional Pow Wows. There were many different groups that have been organizing all around Florida. Today Pow Wow are held in Fort Pierce, Florida. the association are having 54th annual gathering and still can take apart of the event. This could also help out researchers on what Native Americans do in these ceremonies and give a better understanding. This summary and historical context is created by Martin Tomas as part of Dr. Michelle Carrigan's Fall 2018 AMH2020.

This issue of the Pioneer Press includes an article called "The Lazy American". In 1960’s the world was changing. Gone was the time of trusting every word that was said. A huge divide was rumbling not only in the U.S. but around the world. Some people saw this change an act of evil. Fundamentalist Christians saw this time as an attack on morals. Most attention in the media was on the progressive movements going on at that time. There were just as many people who did not support this movement especially conservatives. The author talks about the “lazy Americans” the Americans who question everything but gets nothing done. The author is saying that if America keeps on its current path that the Soviet Union will dominate the world because Americans were becoming too weak. This article is relevant to researches because it shows a different side to the political landscape of the 60's. The same issue that is being discussed today was also an issue during the 60's. This article gives a first-hand review of how some Americans thought of the progressive movements of the 60's. This article also shows how deeply divided the country was at the time. This article also shows that the fear of communism was rampant throughout the country. Summary and historical context created by Justin Berke as part of Dr. Michelle Carrigan's Fall 2018 AMH2020.