Prepare a research paper of your choice selected from the topics below. The research paper should be 8 pages in length (this includes the title page and reference page). Try to find at least three bibliographic references in addition to the required reading. (A superior paper would require 6 references). References should be properly cited in the body of the paper and also be listed at the end of the paper and should follow reasonably accurate citation formatting(APUS provides resources for writing papers. Topics include but are not limited to:
�Development and use of explosives over the past century.
�The discovery and benefits of the Munroe effect.
�Explosive handling and safety concerns for civilian demolition operations.
�Regulation/s variations between civilian & military agencies for explosive materials responses.
�Strategic changes in responding to explosive incidents after 9/11.
�Explosive materials use as potential weapons of mass destruction (WMD) threats.
�Importance of memorandums of understanding (MOU) between civilian and military agencies.
�Future beneficial applications of explosives to mankind.
�Evolving role of DOT as it pertains to emergency response.
�History of Explosives Safety Precautions.
�The accomplishments of Fred Olsen.
�Alfred Nobel’s role in developing/improving explosives.