American Entomologists

Forensic Entomologists: An Evaluation of their Status

The National Academy of Sciences ( 2009 ) published a review charting several key recommendations on strengthening the forensic sciences as an entity as part of an initiative put forth by the USA Congress to streamline and improve the quality of the forensic sciences and their impact on the judiciary process. Although the review was not totally inclusive, many of its sentiments have permeated i...

Entomological surveillance for Aedes spp. in the context of Zika virus Interim guidance for entomologists

American Self-Identification: A Strategy of Maintenance

Oriental Rugs in the American Market

After the World War II was over, and due to the relative peace of mind, a population explosion occurred and baby boomers were born. This generation which is called “Generation X” entered the 80’s as the buyers of homes and consumers of furniture, bed, mattress and rugs. This was one of the reasons for huge increase in demand for Oriental rugs of the 80’s. In this short a...

American Decline in the Perspective of Democrats and Republicans: Otherization and Construction of American Identity in Election Speeches

American decline has received substantial attention from Iranian political and academic circles, with few analysts paying attention to the domestic debate on the concept. One of the overlooked aspects is the different ways that liberals and conservatives define and construct it. This difference is manifested in the perception of American identity and on the global role of the US, and intensifie...