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Abel Pharmboy is the nom de plume of David J Kroll, a US state university educator and cancer researcher who holds a PhD in Pharmacology and Therapeutics and BS in Toxicology. He writes on natural product drugs and dietary supplements, issues of under-represented groups in the STEMM disciplines, science and medical journalism, the science and culture of North Carolina, Florida, and Colorado, making and listening to music and, with the help of his colleague, Erleichda, wine appreciation.
"Why Terra Sigillata?" will tell you more about the origin of the blog name.
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For the record, this is a personal blog and any content or opinions expressed are solely the author's and do not reflect those of his university employer or funding agencies. He does get a bit ornery from time to time.
May 31, 2008
Category: Cancer
A press conference with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) president reminds us that our family, friends, and neighbors with cancer have fewer treatment options.
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May 30, 2008
Category: Cancer
"[T]hese men offer priceless lessons in how to overcome endless adversity and deep unpopularity and go on to lead redemptive and joyful lives that touch millions. Their example might also get us into a new war we desperately need--a war to save the more than 500,000 Americans who die every year of cancer."
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May 26, 2008
Category: Academia
An essay by a new Duke grad rekindles the firestorm with the cross-town graduation of the discredited accuser. Does mental illness and the consequences thereof, no matter how damaging, disqualify one from completing their college education?
Posted by Abel Pharmboy at 10:17 PM • 10 Comments • 0 TrackBacks
May 25, 2008
Category: Pediatric health
Potential for serious respiratory depression in nursing infants.
Posted by Abel Pharmboy at 10:56 PM • 7 Comments • 0 TrackBacks
Category: K-12 education
Good intentions, but poor judgment. But, now really: jail for contributing to the delinquency of minors? This zero-tolerance business has really gone too far.
Posted by Abel Pharmboy at 8:52 AM • 16 Comments • 0 TrackBacks
May 23, 2008
Category: The Friday Fermentable
Two standout wines and a few "also ran" wines were discovered at our syrah wine dinner. Anyone having a favorite pure (non-"down under") syrah, let's hear from you.
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May 22, 2008
Category: Academia
A pattern of allegedly discriminatory behavior toward women physicians lets an academic health system off the hook for a relative pittance.
Posted by Abel Pharmboy at 9:49 PM • 7 Comments • 0 TrackBacks
May 20, 2008
Category: Academia
What can't this guy do?
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May 19, 2008
Category: Politics
Expect, rather than wish, that anyone running for public service has a responsibility to listen to you. - Jim Neal
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May 16, 2008
Category: Academia
These highly-trained craftspersons do a great deal behind the scenes to keep the laboratory operation running, sometimes at significant personal risk.
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