University of Charleston Biological Sciences

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12/20/2021

https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/MMBR.00035-21?utm_content=American+Society+for+Microbiology&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=MicrobiologyandMolecularBiologyReviews&fbclid=IwAR0SdKsyNW7y5LElVxdTGY7GTuULYfDsmMMOfsM9WRW5Ui3uvxi8D-6krpY

Viruses are intracellular parasites that subvert the functions of their host cells to accomplish their infection cycle. The endoplasmic reticulum (ER)-residing chaperone proteins are central for the achievement of different steps of the viral cycle, from ...

12/18/2021

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In the struggle with antibiotic resistance, we are losing. There is now a serious threat of moving into a postantibiotic world.

12/01/2021

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Leprosy, or Hansen’s disease, remains a major public health issue worldwide, and patients still suffer from the stigma of the disease. Awareness and early treatment are needed to control the disease.

11/15/2021

10/29/2021

Schistosoma parasites cause the neglected tropical disease, schistosomiasis or bilharzia. Throughout history, the blood flukes have had a significant impact on their intermediate and mammalian hosts.

10/28/2021

Information for individuals looking to pursue a career with the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection. Updated February 2021.

10/06/2021

Interested in joining the West Virginia Natural Resources Police? We’re hiring!

Applicants must successfully pass the required physical agility test to proceed in the hiring process.

PAT REQUIREMENTS

-Upper Body Strength

Must be able to complete 18 properly executed push-ups within one minute.

-Aerobic Power (1.5 Mile Run)

Must be able to complete the 1.5 mile run within 14 minutes, 36 seconds.

-Muscular Endurance

Must be able to complete 28 properly executed sit-ups within one minute.

-Swimming Test

Must be able to swim 37 ½ yards fully clothed. Candidates should bring long pants and a shirt for the fully clothed swimming test and a change of clothing for the running test.

Following the three PAT testing dates listed below, the DOP written exam will be administered at the WVDNR Headquarters, 324 4th Avenue, South Charleston, 25303 on November 15, 2021. Written testing begins promptly at 10:00AM.

Applicants must also complete a psychological evaluation and meet the medical requirements as stated in the Law Enforcement Standards which are found at the link below before receiving an offer of employment.

PAT TESTING DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS

Walk-ons will be accepted.

- October 16, 2021 at 9am
South Charleston Community Center
601 Jefferson Road
South Charleston, WV 25309

- October 23, 2021 at 9am
Beckley YMCA
121 E Main St,
Beckley, WV 25801

-October 29th at 9am
Aquatic Center at Mylan Park
1847 Fitness Way
Morgantown, WV 26501

-November 13th at 9am
Romney Wellness Center
68 Heritage Circle
Romney, WV 26757

For more information on Physical Agility Testing, contact the Division of Natural Resources
Law Enforcement Section at (304) 558-2784.

Applications can be found by following this link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wv/jobs/2418950/natural-resources-police-officer-t?keywords=Natural%20resources&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

**THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE CHANGED**

-Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university OR

Substitution: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a law enforcement officer as certified by the Law Enforcement Training Subcommittee of the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency and Correction OR an Associate Degree AND two (2) years of continuous active United States military service. OR Four (4) years of continuous active United States military services.
AND
Special Requirement: A valid driver’s license is required. Must be able to swim IN fully clothed. Must pass periodic fi****ms qualification and may be required to pass annual physical examinations.

09/14/2021

It’s hard to get better than this. Bacteria helping protect plants from fungi!

08/26/2021

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