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Simplifying Radiation Dose Calculations with GHOST

December 5, 2025

In the world of medical research, figuring out how radiation spreads in the body is super important. Scientists use something called Monte Carlo simulations to do this. These simulations help them see exactly where radiation goes and how much dose is given. One of the most reliable tools for this is

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Why Bacteria and Gels Could Be the Future of Radiation Measurement

December 5, 2025

In the realm of radiation therapy, finding materials that mimic human tissue is a big deal. This is where Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and hydrogels come into play. Researchers have been looking into how these two can work together to measure radiation more accurately. The focus is on two specifi

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Football Stars Shine in the San Luis Valley

December 3, 2025

In late November, a big deal went down in the San Luis Valley. The Class 1A All-South-Central League football team was announced. This is a huge honor for high school football players in the area. A total of 29 student-athletes from the valley made the cut. Centauri High School came out on top with

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Local Wrestling Teams Gear Up for Season with Strong Rankings

November 29, 2025

Wrestling fans in the area have something to cheer about as local teams have made their mark in the recent preseason rankings. The Colorado High School Activities Association has shared these rankings, giving a sneak peek into the upcoming wrestling season. The boys' wrestling rankings came out fir

education

Alabama's Higher Education Scene: A Closer Look

November 29, 2025

Alabama is home to a wide range of colleges and universities. This includes public and private institutions, as well as historically Black colleges and universities. The state boasts over 60 higher education institutions. The average acceptance rate across all of these schools is about 71%. The cos

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Big Plans for Women’s World Cup 2031: Stadiums and More

November 29, 2025

The 2031 Women’s World Cup is shaping up to be a massive event. The U. S. Soccer Federation has put forward 14 American sites, with seven of them also hosting the 2026 men’s tournament. FIFA has shared the bid books for both the 2031 and 2035 tournaments. The 2031 bid includes the U. S. , Mexico, Co

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Local Teams Shine in Early Basketball Rankings

November 26, 2025

Basketball fever is kicking off early in Colorado high schools. The state's activities association has just dropped its preseason rankings, and local teams are making some noise. Let's talk boys' basketball first. Sanford is sitting pretty at number two in Class 2A. Not too far behind, Centauri is

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Lane Kiffin's Future Hangs in the Balance as Ole Miss Eyes Playoff

November 22, 2025

Lane Kiffin's time at Ole Miss is at a crossroads. The university and its athletic director, Keith Carter, have been in talks with Kiffin about his future, but any decisions will wait until after the Rebels' final game of the season, the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State. Kiffin's current team is

environment

Climate Talks in Brazil: Big Promises, Little Action

November 22, 2025

Climate talks in Brazil ended with a quiet agreement. The goal was to help countries deal with extreme weather. But the plan lacks a clear way to stop using fossil fuels. The hosts, Brazil, said they will work with Colombia to make a plan later. However, this plan won't be as strong as an official U

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Local Volleyball Stars Shine in League Honors

November 22, 2025

The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn S