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EDM DigestEDM Friday Briefing: Cannabis Ingredient Found In School Food That Sent 28 To Hospital Kimberly Arsenault - February 22, 2019

Emergency and disaster management briefing for Feb. 22, 2019: THC was found in food after an incident that sent 28 students to the hospital – and more news.

EDM Digest9/11 Fund Running Out Of Money For Those With Illnesses EDM Digest - February 22, 2019

The compensation fund for victims of the 9/11 terror attack is running out of money and will cut future payments by 50 to 70 percent.

EDM DigestFire Guts Oldest Part Of Bangladeshi Capital, Killing Dozens EDM Digest - February 22, 2019

The fire raced through densely packed buildings in a centuries-old district of Dhaka, killing at least 67 people, officials and witnesses said.

EDM DigestThe Measles Outbreak and Intervention Health Measures Dr. Jennifer Sedillo - February 22, 2019

Measles: Voluntary vaccination is the first line of defense in addition to voluntary quarantine and isolation during any major disease outbreak.

Online Career TipsSuccessful Leaders Should Follow the CARET Principles Online Career Tips Staff Writer - February 22, 2019

Good leaders should always follow the principles of CARET, which stands for communication, accountability, respect, education and trust.

InCyberDefenseWhat Would Happen if the Internet Just Stopped? Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

Our country’s reliance on the internet cannot be overstated: Beyond its use for leisure, Western society is so dependent that contemplating its disappearance is an exercise in horror.

InCyberDefenseConstructing Thorough Administrative Security Policies Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

One of the most challenging aspects of a security program is translating the administrative security into its logical counterparts. While it may sound easy to say, “I want a website for e-commerce and nothing else,” it is not always easy to create that website in a secure fashion, even though implementation has gotten better over time.

In Homeland Security9/11 Fund Running Out Of Money For Those With Illnesses In Homeland Security Staff - February 22, 2019

The compensation fund for victims of the Sept. 11 terror attack is running out of money and will cut future payments by 50 to 70 percent.

In Homeland SecurityThreat Allegations Keep Coast Guard Officer Jailed In Homeland Security Staff - February 22, 2019

A Coast Guard officer suspected of forming a hit list of Democrats and network TV journalists spent hours on his work computer researching infamous bombers.

In Homeland SecurityAmid Loss Of Leaders, Unknown Militant Rises In Philippines In Homeland Security Staff - February 22, 2019

Unlike many of his slain comrades, the touted new leader of the Islamic State group in the southern Philippines lacks the bravado, clan name or foreign training.

In Homeland SecurityFamily Of Pregnant British Teenager Who Left Home For ISIS Asks UK To Bring Her Back 'Urgently' In Homeland Security Staff - February 22, 2019

Her family's urgent request comes days after the teen was found in a refugee camp in northern Syria; she told the Times newspaper that she wanted to return.

In MilitaryVeteran and Author Discusses Finding Your Unique Gifts Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

I engage daily with individuals who are exemplars of veterans’ achievement. In fact, while speaking with CEOs, celebrities, professional athletes and entrepreneurs over the past two years, I admit that I have become a little indifferent to inspirational high-achievers.

In MilitaryU.S. to leave a 'peacekeeping group' of 200 troops in Syria Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

The White House said Thursday that "a small peacekeeping group of about 200" U.S. troops will stay in Syria beyond the planned withdrawal of American forces this spring.

In MilitaryCoast Guard lieutenant used work computers in alleged planning of widespread domestic terrorist attack, prosecutors say Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

The U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant spent hours on end planning a wide-scale domestic terrorist attack, even logging in at his work computer on the job at headquarters to study the manifestos and heinous paths of mass shooters, prosecutors say.

In MilitaryArmy Adapts Aircraft EW To Protect Tanks: BAE RAVEN Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

As the Army races to modernize against the Russian threat, it’s adapting countermeasures used on aircraft to protect its armored vehicles from anti-tank missiles.

In MilitaryAmid loss of leaders, unknown militant rises in Philippines Wes O'Donnell - February 22, 2019

Unlike many of his slain comrades, the touted new leader of the Islamic State group in the southern Philippines lacks the bravado, clan name or foreign training.

InCyberDefenseDemocracy's Digitize Or Die Moment Wes O'Donnell - February 21, 2019

Fewer places offer a more compelling (and urgent) case for digital transformation than the affairs and functioning of states and cities.

In Homeland SecurityAdvocates Say US Still Separates Migrant Families Needlessly In Homeland Security Staff - February 21, 2019

The Texas Civil Rights Project released a report Thursday that counts 272 separations at a single Texas courthouse since June.

In Homeland SecurityMuslim Group Seeks Congressional Probe On Terror Watchlist In Homeland Security Staff - February 21, 2019

The FBI said in a statement that private groups only receive a subset of the terrorist watchlist called the Known or Suspected Terrorist List.

In Homeland SecurityU.S. Coast Guard Lieutenant Planned Mass Domestic Terror Attack, Targeting Politicians And Journalists: Feds In Homeland Security Staff - February 21, 2019

A US Coast Guard lieutenant allegedly stockpiled weapons, ammunition and a list of targets, including Pelosi – and planned a mass domestic terror attack.

In Homeland SecurityMore Than 150 IS Militants Handed Over To Iraq From Syria In Homeland Security Staff - February 21, 2019

U.S.-backed Syrian forces fighting ISIS handed over more than 150 Iraqi members of the group to Iraq, the first batch of several to come.

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American Corrections Association

American Jail Association

Pennsylvania Association of Probation, Parole, and Corrections

Middle Atlantic States Correctional Association

American Society of Criminology

Resources

Lessons Learned Five Years After the Gulf Oil Spill

APUS Participates in the United States Army’s First Higher Education Symposium

IFSAC Program Accreditation: Why it Matters for Public Safety Programs

Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Hurricane Isaac to Make Landfall

How an Online Institution is Helping Deployed Members of the Military

How to Manage Your Education During Deployments

How To Be A Better Faculty Member

Options for Veterans Transitioning Into Civilian Life

Veterans: Next Stop is Education

What Education Means for Members of the Reserve

Stress Management Strategies for Correctional Officers

Fighting Human Trafficking Is a Job For All of Us

Corrections System Fails Female Prisoners: One Woman’s Story

ABCHS

ESI-LifeForce

Published Works

How Microcredentials are Changing the Landscape of Higher and Technical Education

Significant Forces Changing the Higher Education Market: Impact of Non-Traditional Students

Addressing the Lack of Research on Male Childhood Sexual Abuse Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, July 31, 2017

Why Sessions Mandatory Minimums Directive Is a Step Backwards Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, June 12, 2017

The Importance of Emotional Wellness in Criminal Justice Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, June 2, 2017

How Do Corrections Leaders Spot Employees Susceptible to Corruption? Wyllie, D., Corrections One, April 28, 2017

Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders Pittaro, M., March 17, 2017

Could Early Lead Exposure Contribute to Crime and Delinquency? Pittaro, M., Could Early Lead Exposure Contribute to Crime and Delinquency?, March 1, 2017

Pornography and Global Sex Trafficking: A Proposal for Therapeutic Jurisprudence as Court Innovation in the United States Pittaro, M., Therapeutic jurisprudence and overcoming violence against women, 121-134, D. Halder & K. Jaishankar Eds., , March 1, 2017

Why Some Correctional Employees Are Corrupt Pittaro, M., February 6, 2017

Looking Beyond the Uniform: How Trooper Weaver's Death Shook the Law Enforcement Community Pittaro, M., January 31, 2017

How Emotional Intelligence Benefits Correctional Officers Pittaro, M., How Emotional Intelligence Benefits Correctional Officers, January 5, 2017

Is Inmate Unity a Direct Threat to Safety and Security? Gangi, A., & Pittaro, M., Huffington Post - Pros and Cons of Inmate Unity [Interviewed for this article], September 3, 2016

Professor Gives Students 16 Secrets to Success Pittaro, M., August 21, 2016

Rise in Elderly Prisoners Requires Resources and Training Pittaro, M., Rise in Elderly Prisoners, August 15, 2016

Role of Pornography in Sex Trafficking Pittaro, M., July 6, 2016

International Efforts by Police Leadership to Combat Human Trafficking Pittaro, M., & Normore, A., the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin. International Efforts by Police Leadership to Combat Human Trafficking, June 8, 2016

It's "Correctional Officer," Not Guard Gangi, A., Pittaro, M., & Stallworth, R., Huffington Post, May 8, 2016

Correctional Leaders Must Change Their Leadership Style Stelter, L., & Pittaro, M, In Public Safety, April 7, 2016

Transformational Leadership Can Change the Culture of Corrections Stelter, L., & Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, March 19, 2016

Professor Burnout: Implications for University Leadership Pittaro, M., & McCabe, H., About Leaders, March 9, 2016

From Convict to Community Leader: One Man’s Journey toward Personal Redemption Pittaro, M., & Batts, H., In Public Safety, February 26, 2016

A Year in Review: The Most Important Topics in Corrections Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, L. Stelter, Ed., January 5, 2016

Corrections System Fails Female Prisoners: One Woman's Story Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, December 9, 2015

The Challenges of Incarcerating Mentally Ill Inmates Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, December 7, 2015

Prisons Going Green Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, October 16, 2015

Stress and Suicide Pittaro, M., American Jail Association, September / October 2015 Issue), 25-28., October 15, 2015

Corrections System Fails Female Prisoners: One Woman's Story Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, August 13, 2015

Combating human trafficking: Recommendations for police leadership in establishing transnational collaboration Pittaro, M., In A. Normore & N. Erbe, Cross Cultural Collaboration and Leadership for Modern Organization. Hershey, PA: IGI Global., August 1, 2015

Prisoners' Manipulation of Correctional Workers: Avoiding the Psychological Trap Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, June 25, 2015

Should Prisoners be Entitled to Pell Grants to Help Pay for College? Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, May 27, 2015

Fighting human trafficking is a job for all of us Pittaro, M., Spirit of Jefferson, p. A7, May 6, 2015

Improve Your Facility by Changing Your Leadership Style Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, April 9, 2015

Sexual Abuse Survival and Recovery Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, April 7, 2015

Combatting Human Trafficking: Transnational Collaboration In Policing The Globe Pittaro, M., The Journal News, March 28, 2015

Serving Our Country to Serving Time: The Rise and Value of Veteran Treatment Courts Pittaro, M. & Russ, J., In Public Safety, March 6, 2015

States Should Prioritize Education over Incarceration Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, February 20, 2015

Stress Management Strategies for Correctional Officers Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, January 1, 2015

Suicide among Corrections Officers: It’s Time for An Open Discussion Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, January 1, 2015

Transformational Leadership and the Impact on Morale, Satisfaction in Corrections Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, December 1, 2014

Interview with Michael Pittaro Pittaro, M., (Criminal Justice Expert). Interviewed by ItsGov.com, November 1, 2014

Surge in Elderly Prisoners Poses Challenges for Nation’s Prisons Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, October 20, 2014

National Cyber Security Month: Protecting Children from Online Predators Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, October 20, 2014

Breaking down barriers: Research about female perpetrated domestic violence against male victims Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, July 31, 2014

Sexual Predators: From the Playground to Cyberspace Pittaro, M., In Public Safety, September 1, 2013

Because I get to make a difference in my community Pittaro, M., CEOBlogNation, June 1, 2013

Indian Prisons: Towards Reformation, rehabilitation and resocialization Pittaro, M., Authored the Foreword, 2012

Cyber Crime and Digital Disorder Pittaro, M., Authored the Foreword, 2011

Cyber Criminology: Exploring Internet Crimes and Criminal Behavior Pittaro, M., Taylor and Francis Publishing: Boca Raton, FL. Chapter 16 titled, Cyber Stalking: Typology, Etiology, and Victims, 2011

Criminology – Academic Reference Guide Pittaro, M., BarCharts, Inc, Boca Raton, Florida. EAN: 9781423214236, 2011

Introduction to Private Security Dempsey, J, Cengage Publishing: Belmont, CA. Copyeditor for 1st and 2nd editions, 2nd ed., 2010

Cybercrime: Selected readings from the InfoTrac database for college students Pittaro, M., Cengage Publishing: Belmont, CA., 2009

International Perspectives on Crime and Justice Pittaro, M., Cambridge Scholars Publications: New Castle, U.K. Chapter 18 titled, Childhood Bullying: A Pervasive Social Problem – Pages 419-439 ISBN -13: 978-1-4438-0198-0 / ISBN: 1-4438-0198-4 , 2009

Prisoner reintegration challenges of assimilation and crime desistance Pittaro, M., Professional Issues in Criminal Justice. 3(2), 49-66, 2008

School violence and social control theory: An evaluation of the Columbine massacre Pittaro, M., International Journal of Criminal Justice Sciences, 2008

Cyberstalking: An analysis of online harassment and intimidation Pittaro, M., International Journal of Cyber Criminology, 3(2), May 1, 2008

Crimes of the Internet Schmalleger, F. & Pittaro, M., Prentice Hall Publishing: Upper Saddle River, NJ. Co-Author / Editor. SBN-10: 0132318865 / ISBN-13: 9780132318860 http://www.amazon.com/Crimes-Internet-Frank-Schmalleger/dp/0132318865, March 1, 2008

Police Occupational Stress and Its Impact on Community Relations Pittaro, M., Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. 17(149-67), January 1, 2008

The American criminal justice system: An academic reference guide Pittaro, M., Created the nation’s first and only criminal justice academic reference guide Over 30,000 copies sold to date! ISBN: 9781423203056 BarCharts, Incorporated: Boca Raton, Florida. ISBN: 9781423203056, June 1, 2007

Female Offenders and Solitary Confinement. In the Encyclopedia of Women and Crime Pittaro, M., Vol. 1, p. TBD Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell., July 9, 2005

Pornography’s Role in Sex Trafficking Pittaro, M., Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Overcoming Violence Against Women, Hershey, PA: IGI Global, D. Halder & K. Jaishankar, , July 9, 2005

Cyberbullying victimization and reporting: A correlational analysis based on the national crime victimization survey of 2012 Pittaro, M., Doctoral dissertation, Retrieved from ProQuest., July 8, 2005

Demystifying Female Perpetrated Sex Crimes against Children Pittaro, M., Sexual Assault Report, 19(1), 1-4., July 7, 2005

Introduction to Private Security Pittaro, M., Introduction to Private Security, 1st Ed, Dempsey, J. S., Thomson Publishing: Belmont, CA. Assisted copyeditor, photo researcher, and contributed information throughout, particularly in regard to the Virginia Tech Shooting ISBN- 0-534-55873-9, June 29, 2005

From Cellblock to Classroom: The Transition from Helpless to Helpful Pittaro, M., Academic Leader, September 1, 2004

Essential Fatty Acid Intake and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors among College Students of Three Ethnic Groups. Samer Koutoubi, Mary Jones Verbovski, Mark Kestin, Fatma G. Huffman. J Natl Med Assoc. 2011;103:99-108.

Samer Koutoubi, Philip R. Heiselmann, Scott D. Murdoch, Masa Sasagawa. Changes in Consumer Knowledge and Behavioral Intention toward Genetically Engineered (GE) Foods. FASEB J. 2008;22:681.9.

Impact of internet-based nutrition information on dietary behaviors in lean and obese adults. Cynthia Slaughter, Samer Koutoubi, Masa Sasagawa, Jennifer Lovejoy. NAASO-535-P, 200816:S202. obesityjournal.org

Protein Nutrition in Fibromyalgia. Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Samer Koutoubi, John W. Cartmel, Mark Kestin, Gerffrey Lecovin. 2007;14(3):47-58.

Environmental Literacy of College Nutrition Students. The Internet Journal of Nutrition and Wellness. Samer Koutoubi, Maria L. Harrington, Steven Garrett, Scott D. Murdoch. 2007. Volume 3 Number 2.

Essential Fatty Acid Intake and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors among College Students of Three Ethnic Groups. Samer Koutoubi, Mary Jones, Mark Kestin, Scott D. Murdoch, Fatma G. Huffman. FASEB J. 2007;21(5):A344.

Eating Pattern and Dietary Composition Associations with Insulin Resistance. Maribeth Evezich, Florence L. Solages, Cheryl H. Gilhooly, Galen D. Eldridge, Terry T-K Huang, Malinda M. Gehrke, Susan B. Roberts, Edward Saltzman, Paul J. Fuss, Samer Koutoubi, Scott D. Murdoch, Megan A. McCrory. FASEB J. 2007;21(5):A6.

Intakes and Plasma Levels of Folate among Tri-ethnic College Students. Subrata D. Nath, Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. J Natl Med Assoc. 2006;98(1):67-72.

Differences in Arterial Stiffness and its Correlates in Tri-ethnic Young Men and Women. WayWay M. Hlaing, Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. Ethn Dis. 2006;16:837-843.

Heart Disease Risks in Young Adults. WayWay M. Hlaing, Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. Ethn Dis. 2006;16:1015.

Taste Preferences and Taste Sensitivity: Associations with Food Preferences, Dietary Intake and Body Composition. Anna C. Krueger, Galen D. Eldridge, Malinda M. Gehrke, Jennifer C. Lovejoy, Samer Koutoubi, Erica B. Oberg, Janelle M. Johnson, Kate E. Schenk, Megan A. McCrory. FASEB J. 2006;20(4):A175.

Coronary Heart Disease Knowledge and Risk Factors among Tri-Ethnic College Students. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman, Michele W. Ciccazzo, Susan P. Himburg, Paulette Johnson. The Health Education Journal. 2005;64(1):31-42.

Body Composition Assessment and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors among College Students of Three Ethnic Groups. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. J Natl Med Assoc. 2005;97(6):784—791.

Natural or Synthetic? Samer Koutoubi. Letter to the Editor in response to: Edgar R. Miller, III, Roberto Pastor-Barriuso, Darshan Dalal, Rudolph A. Riemersma, Lawrence J. Appel, and Eliseo Guallar. Meta-Analysis: High-Dosage Vitamin E Supplementation May Increase All-Cause Mortality. Ann Intern Med 2005;142: 37-46.

Environmental Literacy of College Nutrition Students. Maria L. Harrington, Samer Koutoubi, Steven Garrett, Scott D. Murdoch, Mary E. McGann. FASEB J. 2005;19(4):A459.

Protein Nutrition in Fibromyalgia; a Pilot Study. John W. Cartmell, Samer Koutoubi, Mark Kestin, Gerffrey Lecovin. FASEB J. 2005;19(5):A1001.

Serum Total Homocysteine Levels, Folate, and B-Vitamins Intake and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors Among Tri-Ethnic College students. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. Ethn Dis. 2004;14:64-72.

Eat Right and Exercise for Lower Homocysteine Levels and Less Chance of Heart Disease. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. Ethn Dis. 2004;14:160.

Vitamin Intakes with and without Supplement Use Among Tri-ethnic College Students. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman, and Subrata Nath. FASEB J. 2004. 365.3.

Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors among Tri-Ethnic college students. Koutoubi, Samer, and Huffman Fatma. FASEB J. 2003;17:A295.

Etiology of Heart Disease Huffman, FG, Koutoubi, Samer and Nath, Subrata. Academic Press Limited, Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Publishers, U.K. In Encyclopaedia of Food Science, Food Technology and Nutrition, 2003.

Mean Nutrient Intakes of Calories, Fiber, and Cholesterol and Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) risk Factors among College Students. Huffman, Fatma, and Koutoubi, Samer. FASEB J. 2003;17:A289.

Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors Among Tri-Ethnic College Students. Samer Koutoubi, Fatma G. Huffman. The Internet Journal of Cardiovascular Research, 2002;1:1.

Ethnic differences of coronary heart disease knowledge among college students. Samer Koutoubi, and Huffman Fatma. FASEB J. 2002;16:A650.

Intake and plasma levels of folate among tri-ethnic college students. Nath, Subrata, D, Samer Koutoubi, Shah, Zara, S, and Huffman Fatma. FASEB J. 2002;15:A252.

Serum Homocysteine levels, vitamins B-12 and B-6 and coronary heart disease risks among college students. Samer Koutoubi, and Huffman Fatma. FASEB J. 2001;15:A613.

Body composition and coronary heart disease risks. Samer Koutoubi, and Huffman Fatma. FASEB 2001;15:A274.

Clinical, Histological and Histochemical Changes in Allergic Rhinitis Samer Koutoubi. Presented at the XXXIII session of the Research circle. Faculty of Medicine, Cluj-Napoca University, Romania. April 10, 1987 (Original Published in Romanian).

Clinical, Histological and Histochemical Changes in Allergic Rhinitis Samer Koutoubi. Presented at the XXXIV session of the Research circle. Faculty of Medicine, Cluj-Napoca University, Romania. July 10 1988 (Original published in Romanian).

Media Appearances

Tampa Bay News 9, Hurricane Irma Preparedness

Comparing Responses to Katrina, Calif. Wildfires: National Public Radio (NPR)

What to do if Something Looks Suspicious by AMU Professor Chris Reynolds

Part 2 of What to do if you See Something Suspicious by AMU Professor Chris Reynolds

Homeland Security Issues in Rural Areas by AMU Professor Chris Reynolds

Airport Security by AMU Professor Chris Reynolds

Balance Between Freedoms and Security by AMU Professor Chris Reynolds

Transportation Security Administration and American Public University Expand Partnership to Provide Career-Relevant Education to Nearly 20,000 TSA Employees at 147 Airports Nationwide

Let’s Talk Leadership. (March 31, 2016).

Transformational Leadership and the Culture of Corrections (2016, February 10) [Interview by A. Gangi]. Newark, New Jersey: Tier Talk Radio.

Suicide Among Correctional Officers and Leadership (2015, September 21) [Internet broadcast]. In Tier Talk. New Jersey: Anthony Gangi (Host -Tier Talk).

The Importance of Specialization in Security Management (SOW/APUS/AMU) (March 2014)

Flashpoint: The Convergence of Public and Private Sector Security in the Posat-911 World (2002)

Chechen Terrorism: The Russian Connection to Al-Qaeda (2003)

Harmful Intent: Organized Crime and International Terrorism

Fire Down Below: The Aviation Threat Posed by Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) (2008)

Leading Cross-Cultural Law Enforcement & Security Forces: A 21st Century Challenge (2008)

Harmful Intent: Organized Crime and International Terrorism (2008)

The Rise of Private Military Companies and Security Companies: Their Role in Homeland Security at Home and Abroad (2009)

Harmful Intent: Organized Crime and International Terrorism (2010)

Storm Warning: Homeland Security and the Challenges of the 21st Century at Home and Abroad (2011)

The Value of Prior Military in Homeland Security (2012)

A Cultural Bridge Too Far: Afghanistan and the Ethical Dilemma of Contracting and Managing Cross-Cultural Security Forces (2014)

The Role of Education in the Security Profession ASIS International presentation for the National Capital Chapter (August 13, 2008)

Risk Management Education Program Development ASIS Education Symposium (30 Jul-3 Aug 2012)

Inside the Microwave - Microwave ovens are a marvel of modern engineering — but could they also be a menace to your health?

Gene-Based Cuisine - Experts believe you can use diet to influence how your body responds to your genetic makeup. Energy Times, April 2011.

Healthful Synergy - Whole foods, and supplements derived from them, provide dozens of compounds that work together to sustain health. Energy Times, January 2011. http://www.energytimes.com/pages/features/1101/synergy.html

The Upside Down World - Christie Taylor and Samer Koutoubi - 50 Plus Northwest, May 11, 2010.

Tame inflammation - Delicious living, Jan 14, 2010.

Coconut: A functional, flavorful food - Genevieve Sherrow and Samer Koutoubi - Natural Medicine. January 21, 2010.

5 Tips to Optimize the Financial Sustainability of the Gluten-free Diet - Genevieve Sherrow and Samer Koutoubi - Natural Medicine. September 24, 2009.

Cooking with Gluten-free Whole Grains - Genevieve Sherrow and Samer Koutoubi - Natural Medicine. October 14, 2009.

25 Naturally Gluten-free Snacks - Genevieve Sherrow and Samer Koutoubi - Natural Medicine. October 14, 2009.

Cardiovascular Health - OMH, Office of Minority Health State Partnership Grant Program. - Web-Based resources Directory. Samer Koutoubi, The Florida Department of Health.

Changes in Consumer Knowledge and Behavioral Intention toward Genetically Engineered (GE) Foods - Samer Koutoubi, Philip R. Heiselmann, Scott D. Murdoch, Masa Sasagawa. Scivee.tv. 2008.

Take Care of Your Heart and More With Tocotrienol - Associated Content January 2007.

Make sure your heart is just as young as you are - Spectator, 2006;76(25). Valdosta, Georgia, April 6, 2006.

Amino acids 101: protein’s building blocks - The Natural Food Merchandiser. March 2005. volume XXVI/number 3/p. 94, 96

Vitamins - Natural Health Magazine 2003.

Health Partners: Calcium/Magnesium part I. - Well Being Journal. Vol 11. No. 6. November/December 2002.

Anti-cancer Lifestyle - Energy Times, May 2002.

Should you believe the headlines about vitamins? Natural Health Magazine, December 2001.

Covert Contact podcast Mr. Tucker is a frequent guest on the Covert Contact podcast, a production of Blogs of War. His most recent appearance was May 29, 2017.

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