By: Jordan Gaines Lewis, 5th year student in the Neuroscience Graduate Program What is déjà vu? Many of us know the feeling. You'll be going about your day, minding your own business, folding some laundry...nothing out of the ordinary. Suddenly a sensation of familiarity washes over you, and you're completely aware that it's happening. I've been here … Continue reading What is Déjà Vu?
Frankenfood? The Real Science Behind GMOs
By: Ross Keller, 5th year student in the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program A recurring theme in science fiction is the ability to modify an organism’s genetic material. The goal is usually to give the modified person or creature amazing characteristics — super speed, super strength, or mind control, to name a few. I haven’t met anyone with these … Continue reading Frankenfood? The Real Science Behind GMOs
Penn State College of Medicine Students Describe Their Theses…in 20 Words or Less
Last week, in response to this recent post circulating social media, we asked our students: What is the topic of your thesis, in 20 words or less? Here are the responses! I make mutant viruses and utilize drugs to study how herpes simplex virus spreads from the mouth into neurons. -Jillian Carmichael, 4th-year Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. … Continue reading Penn State College of Medicine Students Describe Their Theses…in 20 Words or Less
What is your thesis about…in 20 words or less?
Many of us have enjoyed this recent post called "20 PhD Students Dumb Down Their Thesis for Us," which originated from this reddit post last month. Examples included: When I get rid of this gene, it messes the brain up. A lot. My experimental drug does NOT cure addiction. You can make antimatter move in … Continue reading What is your thesis about…in 20 words or less?
C, D, E, F, G, A, Brain: Music as Therapy
By: Cecilia Bove, 1st year student in the Neuroscience Graduate Program You may recall from my “Meet a Scientist” interview that I grew up in a music-rich home. I like to say that I can fluently speak Italian, English and Music – because it is, in all respects, a language. Music can make us feel without saying … Continue reading C, D, E, F, G, A, Brain: Music as Therapy
Meet a Scientist: Stephen Matthews
This is the seventh post in our “Meet a Scientist” series. Next up is Stephen Matthews, who just began his graduate studies at Penn State College of Medicine this semester. Meet Stephen: Let’s get to know you a bit! Where are you from, what did you study in college, and what is your role at Penn State College of … Continue reading Meet a Scientist: Stephen Matthews
Meet a Scientist: Brian Chiou
This is the sixth post in our “Meet a Scientist” series. Next up is Brian Chiou, who just began his graduate studies at Penn State College of Medicine this semester. Meet Brian: Let’s get to know you a bit! Where are you from, what did you study in college, and what is your role at Penn State College of Medicine? … Continue reading Meet a Scientist: Brian Chiou
Meet a Scientist: Cecilia Bove
This is the fifth post in our “Meet a Scientist” series. Next up is Cecilia Bove, who just began her graduate studies at Penn State College of Medicine this semester. Meet Cecilia: Let’s get to know you a bit! Where are you from, what did you study in college, and what is your role at Penn State College … Continue reading Meet a Scientist: Cecilia Bove
Can Wearing Orange-Tinted Glasses before Bed Improve Sleep? Only One Way to Find Out…
By: Jordan Gaines Lewis, 5th year PhD candidate in the Neuroscience Graduate Program In March, I wrote about the terrible sleep habits of the characters in House of Cards. I disapproved of Frank Underwood’s late-night computer work in the Oval Office, his new midnight iPad gaming habit, and Claire taking her laptop to bed with her. But I … Continue reading Can Wearing Orange-Tinted Glasses before Bed Improve Sleep? Only One Way to Find Out…
Meet a Scientist: Jaclyn Welles
This is the fourth post in our “Meet a Scientist” series. Next up is Jaclyn Welles, who will be starting her graduate studies at Penn State College of Medicine this fall. Meet Jaclyn: Let’s get to know you a bit! Where are you from, what did you study in college, and what is your role at Penn … Continue reading Meet a Scientist: Jaclyn Welles
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