To further examine specific examples of database applications in patient care, biomedical research, and public health, we ask you to search the biomedical literatures, pick up a specific paper related to this topic for reading and research, and to complete a report (term paper) on this topic. The specific tasks for this assignment include:

(1)    Search the PubMed database to find a specific paper related to database applications in patient care, biomedical research, or public health. In many cases, you can find the links to download the full paper. Provide a simple description on your search criteria, the citation of the specific paper you pick up, and the PubMed link.
(2)    Read the paper, conduct research on the related topics, and write a report (term paper). Please format your report based on the template provided – keep all the formatting and do not change the font type, size, and spacing. The minimum length of the report is 5 pages. The report should include the following sections:
a)    (2 points) Introduction. Provide a brief description of the application domain and the objectives of this database.
b)    (2 points) Design and Implementation. Provide descriptions on the design and implementation of the database.
c)    (2 points) Results and Evaluation. Provide results of the database implementation and evaluation of these results (if any).
d)    (2 points) Discussions and Conclusion. Discuss the design, implementation, and result. Provide a conclusion if you can.

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