Sham lesion is the name given to a control procedure during a lesion experiment. In a sham lesion, an animal may be placed in a stereotaxic apparatus and electrodes inserted as in the experimental condition, but no current is passed, and therefore damage to the tissue should be minimal.
Meteorologists often work eight to 12-hour rotating shifts so that they can cover any meteorological event. The quintessential 9 to 5 work schedule is not common for meteorologists unless they are working in an administrative position, or at a facility with limited hours.
While most people know a meteorologist is a person who is trained in the atmospheric or weather sciences, many people still ask questions like... What does a meteorologist do? Are there different types of meteorologists? How much do meteorologists get paid? How can I become a meteorologist?