Morrisville State College

Morrisville State College

Monday, December 3, 2018

Tunneling Nanotubes Evoke Pericyte/Endothelial Communication during Normal and Tumoral Angiogenesis



There are many kinds of cancers in the world, and many people are suffering by them. Gliobastoma (GBM) is a kind of the brain cancer, which is typically classified as an astrocytoma. Astrocytoma is caused by cancerous astrocytes, which play an important to support endothelial cell to form blood-brain-barrier. GMB is a deadly cancer, patients’ life expectancy is only 14 months with treatment, the senator John McCain is also suffered by this cancer and passed away. Personally, I believe cancer treatment is important for human being. This paper has an interesting idea that cut the communication between tumor cell and normal cell but not just remove the tumor, this way probably can be more helpful in prevent metastasis than remove tumor.

Sunday, April 15, 2018

The Effects of Aroma on Mood and Task Performance.


          


An example of the Quick Mood Scale. 

As a college student, individual task performance and mood stability are key aspects to day-to-day survival, observing my peers throughout the day, many depend on a quick burst of energy from the caffeine based, sugar-filled selection of beverages that can be found for sale across campus to aid in studying and basic endurance/motivation. However, too much of these unhealthy substitutes can lead to an upset in blood pressure, insomnia, nervousness, muscle tremors, and even mood swings from withdrawal. In my search for healthier alternatives to incorporate across campus, I came across a study performed by Western Oregon University senior Reina Morgan, under the supervision of several professors of doctoral status, on the effects of peppermint and orange aromas on mood and task performance as a quick and healthy solution to better studying and motivation. 

Monday, April 9, 2018

Biology versus Psychological Explanations of "mental illness"


Have you ever wondered if the causes of mental illness are biological or psychological? 

Anxiety and Depression in Irritable Bowel Syndrome





Is the reason why you have terrible stomach problems the result of your childhood trauma? Are you literally worrying yourself sick to the point of diarrhea or constipation? This study focuses on anxiety and depression with the connection of irritable bowel syndrome.