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.
Bureau of Labor Statistics information states that Atmospheric Scientists and Meteorologists Salaries are at a median pay range of $87,780 a year in 2010.That comes out to about $42.20 an hour that a Meteorologist earns on the jobs.