by Alex Butler Megan Ashworth, University of Tampa senior biology major, is currently conducting the only research project in the world using stem cells to treat chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The disease causes memory loss, personality changes, and has led to suicidal actions. “We’re looking at a specific type of neuron called the oligodendrocyte just …
By INDIRA MOOSAI On Jan. 24, Shanghai scientists published that they managed to create a pair of genetically identical long-tailed macaques, according to CNN; in other words, they’ve cloned primates using the same technique that created Dolly the sheep in 1996. The monkeys, Hua Hua and Zhong Zhong, were cloned using a technique called somatic …
by KIANA HUGHES From the woods to the lab, over 40 girl scouts joined the members of the American Chemical Society (ACS) in one of UT’s organic chemistry labs, for a chemistry-filled day, on Oct. 21. In hopes of inspiring young girls to get involved in science, the girl scouts were invited to work alongside …
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BY Elizabeth MacLean Students of all majors now have an exciting opportunity to venture into the waters of Tampa Bay, go scuba diving and collect samples of marine life, thanks to the BIOS II research vessel. The research vessel is new to UT this semester and replaces the BIOS vessel that UT has used since …
By Kate Sims In college, it is fair to assume that a lot of students are extremely sleep deprived and spend each semester trying to catch up on vital rest. Between class work, student organizations and part-time or full-time jobs to balance, even the wisest and most experienced college students still struggle with sleep. Only …
