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.
1 A research meteorologist studies more specific areas of weather like severe weather or climate change. 2  They can also develop tools like radar or weather models to help other meteorologists in their jobs. 3  A meteorologist in the military makes weather observations and forecasts for missions around the world.