As a considerable proportion of new scientific knowledge can only be applied in and emerge from processes that are underpinned by human values and societal contexts, and given the heightened political importance of reducing health care costs, it may be timely to give an increasing focus and commitment to consumer involvement in health and medical research in Australia.
It seemed a surprisingly lenient call, especially given the heightened awareness of head injuries in hockey.
Given the heightened concerns of today about photographs of children, particularly unclothed children, could we publish such a photo today?
"Given the heightened concerns about the growth of Medicaid and Medicare, this compensation guidance should be established sooner rather than later," she wrote.
Privately, they considered snubbing the president's call to participate, Republicans said, but some feared that stance would alienate independent voters given the heightened concern about federal deficits.
Still, given the heightened impact of recent attacks on both corporate and government operations, we must begin to hold software companies accountable for such vulnerabilities.
Given the heightened pressure that News Corporation faces over phone hacking at its British tabloids, any new accusations of hacking-related wrongdoing could worsen the company's problems.
Given the heightened public interest, let us assume that the jackpot draws 100 new recruits of problem gamblers per state.
It, therefore, makes sense that the Hindus, Sikhs and Christians came out to protest against Modi last week, given the heightened anti-India sentiment in the country.
Poppe says there is unease within the company over a proposed tour to Russia, given the heightened controversy over the oppression of gays under the current regime.
