The authors show that stabilizing the microtubules network with epothilone B delays the onset of unconsciousness in rats under isoflurane anesthesia by one minute.
This suggests that a normal microtubules network is required for normal neuronal function. This is expected, considering the microtubules network is essential for cell shape and intercellular transport, among other things.
Taking this as evidence or even concluding that quantum microtubules vibrations are responsible for consciousness is a very big stretch.
I'm also unclear why this would be specific to neurons or higher animals for that matter. Virtually every eukaryotic cells has microtubules.
tl;dr: me no likey.
Today I learned that MALDI-proteomics is used for identification of bacteria. I expected sequencing to be the gold standard.
Is it a highly targeted approach where you can guarantee coverage of proteins of interest? On average, how many proteins contribute to the fingerprint of a bacterium?
Coping via distraction never works... Why is this maniac in charge again?
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Waking up, my mind yearns. For something to sink its teeth in.
I'm sent hunting every day. Just a lackey being told what to do.
Hi, everyone, Welcome to the preview for the October 8 balance update! We're only a few weeks past the release of Janthir Wilds, so this update will be a bit smaller as we continue to watch and evaluate the impact of the new spears and relics. As always, the goal of previewing these changes is to...
Catalyst will be able to gain energy while a jade sphere is deployed. This totally changes the gameplay of the specialization :o.
I totally agree.
Interesting that that's your takeaway. It's definitely one of the overarching themes in my poetry right now.
Thoughts while contemplating life during a short episode of autistic burnout.
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Misuse (warranty voided)
I play my part, as a cog in the machine. But suddenly, there is a crack!
Faulty features, worrisome wear. Not designed for constant use.
The body in turmoil yet the mind untouched. Uncharted territory without a reference point.
Enthralled by expectations from myself and others. Take a step back and look again!
The coin of nihilism lands right side up. I alone am the author of my story.
Just an autistic scientist turning to poetry to cope with life.
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