Written on January 8, 2012 by Jade Haigh
The National Science Board has made two subtle but potentially important changes in how grant applications are reviewed at the National Science Foundation (NSF). And while those procedural changes may seem relevant only to those hoping to win NSF funding, they also add to the never-ending debate about how best to measure the results of federally funded research.
A new report from NSF’s oversight body, approved last month, asking reviewers to evaluate the so-called “broader impacts” of the proposed research. To help applicants and reviewers with what is the second of two criteria used to evaluate proposals, NSF guidelines currently provide eight examples of possible outcomes.
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Written on January 3, 2012 by Jordan Ballard
It’s concerning to know that levels of triglycerides, another fat in the bloodstream, are elevated in about 30 percent of all Americans. What’s more, HDL cholesterol (sometimes called the “good” cholesterol) is often low in these individuals, which is also a problem. Low HDL cholesterol is clearly a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. And many studies have found that high triglycerides are a separate risk factor as well. In addition, extremely high triglycerides (above 500 mg/dL) are associated with dangerous attacks of acute pancreatitis. A recent FDA ruling suggests caution in the use of statins and triglyceride-lowering drugs together. What should you know?
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Written on December 31, 2011 by Jett Dooley
Thought buying designer maternity clothes wasnt in your budget for 2012? Think again.
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Written on December 29, 2011 by Jade Haigh
The new Southwest YMCA officially opens for the general public on Monday.
The facility includes a 4,000-square-foot fitness center with new equipment, a gymnasium, several group exercise rooms and the areas only 200-meter indoor track.
People will be able to start using their new memberships at 5:30 a.m. Monday, YMCA officials announced this weekend.
The Southwest YMCA, which is on the Onondaga Community College campus, is a partnership between the college and the YMCA of Greater Syracuse.
The Y has been open to OCC students and staff.
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Written on December 27, 2011 by admin
As the years have passed, more people are choosing plastic surgery done on them. Sometimes people tend to think plastic surgery is bad and they should not have these procedures done. Let’s not overlook the benefits of cosmetic surgery clinics. When someone makes the decision to have cosmetic procedures performed on their body, it is a big deal and should not be done without giving it much attention.
Surgeons have been performing cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for many years but this popularity has increased dramatically in recent years.
If you are not completely satisfied with the way you look or you have a certain body part you want to change, then you should consider getting a plastic surgery. P Read All Post…
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