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'I saw their eyes ignite': Corvallis students participate in Rocky Mountain Lab program

About two dozen Corvallis middle-schoolers stood in a circle to form a “cell” on Thursday afternoon, with different students taking on roles like “Lieutenant Lysosome” and “Captain Membrane” in a play about a city called “Organellia” — meant to represent the different roles of different parts of an animal cell.

Science figures out why we know when to stop scratching an itch

Science figures out why we know when to stop scratching an itch

By Stephen Beech Relief for millions of eczema patients is a major step nearer after scientists discovered why we know when to stop scratching an itch. Researchers have identified a sensory channel that acts as the body's built-in "enough scratching" signal. They say the breakthrough

Does pain last longer for women than men?

Does pain last longer for women than men?

By Stephen Beech Chronic pain really does last longer for women than men - and it may be down to hormones, suggests a new study. Hormone-regulated cells play a "key" role in resolving pain, according to the findings. American scientists discovered that a group of white blood cells

Celebrate Ag recognizes the past, present and future of Montana’s agriculture

MSU’s annual Celebrate Agriculture Week returned this month to honor Montana’s agricultural roots and shine a light on the people and programs shaping the state’s future in the field. The weeklong celebration, which featured over 20 events, took place from Nov. 2 to 8 across campus. According