So medical classes have begun, and I got to say, this first week has definitely been busy.   I've already had an exam already, in fact.  Moreover, I have been busy keeping up with the masters part of my dual degree.   So far in the past two weeks, I've given 2 presentations on research-based topics.  I am now working on yet another for this ( Read more... )

 When people have trouble with their emotions --- a bout of anxienty or depression say, or seasonal gloominess -- they often want science to pinpoint an offending neurotransmitter in the way that a witness picks the perp out of a lineup.  Is it excesive norepinephrine, too little dopamine, errant estrogen?  The answer is apt to dissatisfy:  no ( Read more... )

So, tonight was pretty random, and quite a learning experience I might add.

A couple of friends of mine had this idea of going clubbing in Chicago to have this "guys night out" type of thing where we'd have the opportunity to meet some girls and get some digits.  Haha, the idea of it was a bit laughable and amusing.  Do guys really pick up girls in ( Read more... )