RJA #2c: Delicious Account

My DELICIOUS account is http://delicious.com/dbeahmsc.

RJA #2b: Research Topic

The topic of my research paper is the BPA chemical controversy and how businesses are capitalizing on the research. I chose this as my topic because, working for REI I get to see people's reaction to BPA especially in water bottles. I do know there is a lot of information on the topic and there are a number of directions i can take it.

I find it extremely interesting how the study’s findings surfaced as quickly as they did, and caused such roar in the media stating with plastic water bottles. I also find it interesting how quick companies had alternatives.

I would like to learn more about the actual study done on BPA such as; how the study was conducted, what the exact findings are, wither or not it was blind or paid for, and what the FDA’s position is. I also want to know what other numerous products contain BPA, and why the emphasis on water bottles.

RJA #2a: Possible Topics

1. BPA research, controversy, product recall, and how some businesses are capitalizing on it.
   
2. The science behind shopping and why we buy.
   
3. Online technology, communication sites, and communication devices are influencing and effecting use sociologically.

Research Journal #1: Area of Academic Interest

My academic interests are mostly within business. I find such things as young-adults, and adults lack of business etiquette interesting. I also recently took an interest in how online technology, communication sites, and communication devices are influencing and effecting use sociologically.