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A form of reproduction as in budding.  

A genetic disease that results in the body’s inability to manufacture antibodies. Rare immunological disorder characterized by the virtual absence of gamma globulins (immunoglobulins) from the blood serum and resultant heightened susceptibility to infection. It may be congenital (sex-linked and persistent or transient during the first few weeks of life) or acquired (often as the…

In research, studies in which the data are assembled after the presumed cause and effect have occurred in an attempt to demonstrate a causal relationship.  

Any sensation that follows the perception of emotion.  

The placenta and other associated tissues that are expelled from the uterus following the birth of a child. The tissues, including the placenta and umbilical cord, which are present in the uterus during pregnancy and are expelled after the birth of a baby. Fetus-supporting material (placenta and fetal membranes) expelled from the mother’s uterus after…

A condition or disease caused by the bite of the tsetse fly.  

An error by which, if A causes B on one occasion, it is assumed that A is the cause when B is observed on any other occasion.  

A program to ensure the equal treatment of women and minorities. The program takes measures to see that they are recruited, hired, promoted in accordance with their abilities.  

Activities to ensure the job success of minorities, women, and the handicapped. Steps taken to remedy inequalities which have resulted from past acts of discrimination. Federal law prohibits discrimination based on race and sex, and discrimination against handicapped persons and Vietnam-era and other disabled veterans. Anyone contracting with the federal government for more than $10,000…

In law, to approve or uphold a lower court’s judgment.