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JuxtapositionFest 2009

July 9, 2009

All you need to know about Pittsburgh When I arrived in Pittsburgh to watch the NFL draft with Dr. Brian/Josh, I noticed a glaring juxtaposition at the Pittsburgh International Airport. In the lobby, there stood a statue of George Washington, the father of our country and one hell of a model American. Next to him? [...]

AnHUGE Inspiration

July 4, 2009

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A-Muse-ing When AnHUGE and I volunteered for Servathon 2009, we weren’t thinking about individual recognition or accolades. We were thinking about America’s youth and their right to an enriching educational experience. But, I suppose when you dedicate a single Saturday morning each year to cleaning and painting elementary school bathrooms, you’re bound to inspire at [...]

Armed with Gene Guns!

May 27, 2009

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Infectious diseases, gene guns, and the military — all on this week’s Armed with Science! LISTEN to Dr. Connie Schmaljohn, senior scientist at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, discuss research investigating vaccines against two types of hantaviruses, which are known health threats to U.S. troops stationed in Europe and Asia. The [...]

Pentagon Channel Report on emerging technology at the Dept of Defense = John’s first Oscar nomination?

April 9, 2009

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On Monday, the Pentagon Channel did a 3 minute special report on emerging technologies at the Department of Defense. Another special report? you ask yourself. Yes, another special report, except this one draws heavily from actual dialogue of the Armed with Science audio webcast, including an audio clip of last week’s guest, Dr. Mark Drapeau. [...]

Pentagon Channel report on Twitter at the Dept of Defense featuring me!

April 6, 2009

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Here is a special report on the use of Twitter at The Pentagon Channel. Interestingly, the Pentagon Channel has 102 Followers but has not actually followed anyone at this time. Is this an attempt to exploit the power of Twitter while defying the fundamental pillars of social networking? Make sure to watch until the very [...]

House Conservatives Fund website promotes me to Director of Neuroscience for DoD

March 3, 2009

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I have worked hard in my academic and professional career to establish credibility and earn respect, build productive relationships with my peers, and motivate others to contribute their strengths. I hope these efforts will one day elevate me to a position of leadership in my chosen career. And, while I very much appreciate the honor [...]

Obama Inauguration with Photo Album

January 21, 2009

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This extended weekend has been quite an emotional experience. First, the Cardinals beat the Eagles in dramatic fashion to reach the Super Bowl for the first time ever. Then, DC is transformed into a circus because of Obama’s Inauguration. And, finally, Saw V came out on DVD today (I’ve already watched it). I still haven’t [...]

Representing the Arizona Cardinals from the National Mall at Obama’s Inauguration

January 21, 2009

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Cardinals in Super Bowl + Obama in White House = best weekend ever We were freezing.

Bobby Jindal Celebrity Double is here!

December 13, 2008

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Uday, left, and New Orleans Governor Bobby Jindal Brian/Josh and I have been search for a potential Jindal double since the 2003 SFN Conference in New Orleans. Today, our search is over. You can see the rest of my celebrity doubles by clicking HERE.