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Advanced Reactor Training

NRCgov posted a photo:

NRC staff members training at Oak Ridge National Laboratory on the light-water reactor core physics codes and neutronics safety analysis methodology. Output generated from these codes plays an important role in ensuring nuclear reactor safety by supporting our technical reviews and confirmatory analyses.

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NRC Chair Hanson at Mayo Clinic

NRCgov posted a photo:

Chair Hanson touring parts of the Mayo Clinic’s nuclear medicine and radiation oncology departments and some equipment used for treating cancer and other medical issues.

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US Federal employees and retirees: Contribute conveniently through the Combined Federal Campaign

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Monday, December 4, 2023 -- The Free Software Foundation, today, highlighted its participation as a charity in the 2023 Combined Federal Campaign, which is focused on human rights this week.




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Free Software Awards winners announced: Bruno Haible, code.gouv.fr, Nick Logozzo




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The Small Intestine is Mapped in Detail for the First Time

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Cigarette Carbon Monoxide May Protect Against Parkinson's

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Hybrid Immune Cells from Skull Bone Marrow Suppress Brain Cancer

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Fighting Back Against Fungal Pathogens

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New Biomarkers Reveal More About Unexplained Chronic Itch

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Healthy Bacterial Strains That Can Fight Gut Infections are ID'ed

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Winamp failed to confuse people about software freedom

The Winamp Collaborative License included restrictions that rendered Winamp nonfree




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Keeping Your Mac Healthy: A Comprehensive Guide to Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Known for their reliability, speed, and user-friendly interface, Macs are a staple among creative professionals and casual users alike. However, like any other machine, they are not immune to problems and slow-downs. A proactive approach towards regular maintenance and a good understanding of troubleshooting techniques can go a long way in ensuring your Mac stays […]

The post Keeping Your Mac Healthy: A Comprehensive Guide to Maintenance and Troubleshooting appeared first on 404 Tech Support.




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New AI Method Reveals Impact of Global Warming on Extreme Weather Events

How can artificial intelligence (AI) help researchers plan and predict future extreme weather events resulting from climate change? This is what a recent s



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From Shale Gas to Sustainable Water: New Methods for Recovering High-Demand Metals

How can lithium, one of the most demanded minerals for clean energy products like electric vehicles, be harvested without harming the environment? This is



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Global Study Reveals Urban Areas Receive Significantly More Rainfall Than Rural Neighbors

How does an urban environment influence its rainfall? This is what a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences hopes to



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Greenland Mountaintop Collapse Triggered Mega Tsunami & 9-Day Seismic Event

An image by the Danish army shows the site after the landslide and subsequent mega-tsunami.



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Lignans, a plant-based compound, may have protective effects against type 2 diabetes

Lignans are plant-based compounds that, once ingested, are converted into enterolignans by gut bacteria. These enterolignans, particularly enterolactone, a




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Specialized Brain Cells Found to Drive Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the brain and spinal cord limiting movement, vision, and others. Known as an autoimmune disorder, this chronic disease of t




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Specialized Cells Protect Against Infection by Reducing Inflammation

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that occurs in the lung, caused by bacteria. It is spread through the air and is preventable and even curable. H




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Table Salt Can Activate Immune Cells Against Cancer

Salt has been used for a myriad of reasons throughout history. Not only did individuals use it to preserve food, but it was also used to garden, to constru




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The Small Intestine is Mapped in Detail for the First Time

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Hybrid Immune Cells from Skull Bone Marrow Suppress Brain Cancer

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Some SARS-CoV-2 Mutations Help the Virus Invade the Brain

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Changes in Brain Cell Populations Driving Aging & Alzheimer's are ID'ed

With powerful tools that sequence the genes that are being expressed in individual cells, scientists have gained new insights into the changes that occur...



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Fighting Back Against Fungal Pathogens

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New Biomedical Device Offers Rapid Relief for Chronic Pain Patients

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Drug Prevents Migraine When Taken Before Onset

Ubrogepant may be able to prevent or reduce migraine symptoms if taken during the early signs of a migraine attack and before headache begins.




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Changes in Brain Cell Populations Driving Aging & Alzheimer's are ID'ed

With powerful tools that sequence the genes that are being expressed in individual cells, scientists have gained new insights into the changes that occur...




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Diabetes and Prediabetes May Accelerate Brain Aging

Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes are linked to faster brain aging. Healthy lifestyle habits may protect against this effect.




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Cannabis Use Remains at Historical Highs in 2023

Use of cannabis and hallucinogens remained at historically high levels in 2023 among adults aged 19- 30 years and 35-50.




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Cigarette Carbon Monoxide May Protect Against Parkinson's

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Study Shows Anti-Aging Effects of Cannabis in Mice Brains

A study published in ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science indicated that long-term THC treatment can initially enhance cognition by increasing the




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COVID-19 Lockdowns Accelerated Brain Aging in Teens

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated brain aging in adolescents. The effect was three times as strong in females than in males.




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New Biomarkers Reveal More About Unexplained Chronic Itch

There are millions of people around the world who deal with chronic itching with no clear cause, or chronic pruritus of unknown origin (CPUO)




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COVID-19 Lockdowns Accelerated Brain Aging in Teens

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated brain aging in adolescents. The effect was three times as strong in females than in males.



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New Biomarkers Reveal More About Unexplained Chronic Itch

There are millions of people around the world who deal with chronic itching with no clear cause, or chronic pruritus of unknown origin (CPUO)



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Healthy Bacterial Strains That Can Fight Gut Infections are ID'ed

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Changes in Brain Cell Populations Driving Aging & Alzheimer's are ID'ed

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Breast Cancer Drug Shows Promise in Treating Childhood Brain Cancer

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High Cholesterol Early in Life Raises Risk of Artery Disease

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From Shale Gas to Sustainable Water: New Methods for Recovering High-Demand Metals

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2025 Regional District Chair & CAO Forum

Organizer: Union of British Columbia Municipalities
Location: Victoria