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Which quick and simple dishes might I prepare?

I know this must sound silly to some of you, but it's exactly where I am let down, hence I plead for your understanding even if you might not get it. Stuck in a bad place now; the anxiety gets me all knotted up in the stomach.
I'm afraid I'm going to be a little vague on this big yarn, but put simply, I'm in a position right now where, for complicated reasons, I just can't really take the idea of interacting with others-even my housemates and others. It's making life very tough because they have a right to use the kitchen a bit, and because of this, I want to kind of avoid running into other people, at the end of the day, it's become a situation where I've forgotten to eat through the day and am starving until about two in the morning since that's when I can pretty much guarantee no one's coming in, and that's meant that I don't really get to sleep until incredibly late, and I wake up late and miss lectures. What I'm really after here is just a list of some foods, like really quick stuff that I can make where I can stir the pot and get back out of the kitchen as fast as possible in an effort to avoid the risk of someone coming in while I cook-make complete sense? But even something like just putting together a pot of noodles is difficult-softening pasta takes a little while, so that prolongs the process.
I'm trying not to make a diet out of snacks but rather fit in some cooked stuff where I can, which is difficult at times-I welcome any tips people can provide regarding foods.

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2024/10/09
13:40 UTC

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Biology class requirements for an impossible research paper

I'm taking a sophomore level undergrad bio lecture and lab. The professor is literally the worst professor I have ever had. When people ask him questions, he beat around the bush and says vague statements that do not really answer the question. He barely goes over the material from the book, instead he basically looks over slides of figures of research papers pertaining to the topic in class. He gives us quizzes weekly, but he doesn't go over the material that they test us on until after the quiz, but the answers can't be found in the book.

He also has us doing a meta-analysis paper that he plans to have us publish. He wants a topic that no other established researcher has done and he wants us to teach ourselves how to use R to run the statistical analyses for the paper. We will need to cite 30-60 references and compile at least 5 clinical trials to run analyses on. That is just for the lecture. In the lab, which I am taking simultaneously, he wants us to run an experiment and come up with the topic and methods all on our own. And, of course, we need to actually run the experiment and compile and analyze the data. He wants both these projects to be published.

I was excited about the prospect, but there is NO direction whatsoever. We seek his help to come up with a topic, and all he can say is, "What does the scientific community need?" or "I can't tell you if that is a good topic; look at research." I have spent over 10 hrs. searching through papers on both projects, and I am exasperated. My lab group has met with him a few times, but all he has done so far is find fault with parts of our project proposal and requested that we revise it without any help or guidance.

Apologies for the long post, but has anyone else been in a similar situation? Seriously thinking of taking it to the Dean. This is a task impossible to accomplish and unless I put in an impossibility of hours to finish these projects my grade will definitely suffer.

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2024/10/08
09:09 UTC

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When someone is looking at me

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2024/09/26
09:22 UTC

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An example for an essay

Hi, I need some help. I'm writing about the development of British science and need to write about unusual discoveries. All I find on Google is about famous discoveries, and I need something that is not heard

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2024/09/13
07:32 UTC

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An assignment for the summer holidays

Hi, I have an assignment for the summer holidays to write an essay about environmental pollution. Has anyone read any interesting articles on this topic recently?

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2024/08/08
11:57 UTC

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I did that lol

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2024/07/22
11:44 UTC

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New Labour government seeks to rebuild global reputation after damage done by Brexit

Sir Patrick Vallance has told fellow science ministers the UK wants to be a “reliable partner”, as Labour seeks to improve relations with the global scientific community after tensions stoked by Brexit and escalating immigration costs for international researchers.

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2024/07/12
15:50 UTC

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Do doctors have to alert patients about the findings of their lab work?

I am seeing a lot of potentially positive screening test results, but the doctors are not following up with the proper care (no additional notes by physicians in the EMR). The patient simply replied they had forgotten about it when I asked them about it.
Is it malpractice for doctors to fail to notify patients of lab findings that are not urgent, such as bad thyroid readings, a1c, or creatinine? Alternatively, it is the patient's duty to inquire with doctors or follow up after receiving lab findings.

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2024/07/12
05:46 UTC

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Is it worthwhile to intern?

I'm a rising senior, 17 years old, female. I recently received an internship offer from a significant non-profit advocacy group (think ADL, ACLU, NAACP). I so had to persuade my parents to postpone our two-month return journey to the country of origin. Since many of my friends are out having a great time and I'm stuck at home, I feel a ton of guilt and extreme FOMO. Since I made the decision, I know I shouldn't be too unhappy, but is it really worth it? Regards!I forgot to mention that I'll be applying with a Poli-Sci major! Additionally, my ECs focus a lot on volunteer work and advocacy. I have a law "specialty," and my school offers a specific program on majors and focuses.

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2024/07/05
08:46 UTC

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Three research priorities for the next government

I read an article in Nature discussing three urgent research priorities for the next UK government: reconnecting with the global scientific community post-Brexit, the funding crisis in UK universities, and ensuring the independence of research institutions. These priorities include rejoining the international funding system, finding equitable funding solutions for universities, and addressing government involvement in research With the UK election looming, policymakers must focus on these areas to enhance the country’s scientific leadership and stability. What do you think of that?

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2024/07/03
10:54 UTC

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Players Who Took a Semester Off from College Sports: How Did Your 6-Month Break Affect Your Gameplay and Team Dynamics Upon Returning?

I played basketball for four years on my school team, but things took a turn this past year. I stopped playing in December and have only been working out sporadically since then. Over the past six months, I've lost a significant amount of muscle mass and about 3 pounds overall. I'm curious if it's feasible to regain my form within two months by hitting the gym four times a week.

I've signed a letter of intent to play college basketball, but I haven't been actively involved in the sport, except for a few casual pick-up games. My workouts haven't been intense, and I haven't been preparing rigorously for the next level. I've been struggling with depression and anxiety about playing in college, especially when I see other players getting recruited, which makes me feel inadequate. I'm also anxious about the prospect of failing once I get to college.

College basketball workouts don't start until September. Do I have enough time to turn things around, or should I consider not playing?

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2024/06/18
18:03 UTC

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Why are so many students missing so many classes?

At the school I attend, if you exceed a certain number of unexcused absences in a given class, your grade will either decrease with each subsequent absence or you will receive a failing mark. Why in the world do so many individuals continue to skip class?

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2024/04/23
12:20 UTC

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Study in telematics more effectively?Study in telematics more effectively?

I'm a working student and father of 2 children, I study online in a telematics university, the video lectures are ancient, The professors when explaining in the video lectures seem like they are reading from the book so theoretical is their speaking, trying to understand something about it eventually I give up and am reduced to having to study on my own, however it has become burdensome, ceh I have to stand there for 1-2 hours just to look for material from where to study, but already I have maximum 2 hours to study per day. How could I do that? Any advice?

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2024/04/22
11:12 UTC

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Best Essay Writing Service Reddit 2024-2025

Reddit, what's going on? In an effort to improve for the 2024–2025 school year, I'm looking for the top essay writing service that you guys have recommended. I need something substantial for my next literary and sociology assignments. Could you name the services you used that you thought were excellent and what made them so special? Furthermore, how did they respond to criticism and revisions? Thank you for any advice!

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2024/04/19
13:40 UTC

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I just completed my defense!!

After 6 years of nonstop struggles, workplace toxicity, a terrible job market, and my mother's severe cancer prognosis, I finally defended! My committee expressed their pride in me, and the entire defense felt like a friendly chat rather than a combative presentation (which is common in my profession). I'm very excited for my new career and to finally be out of an ivory tower academic setting! And I am grateful for the lessons I learnt along the road. Good luck, everyone, you've got this!

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2024/04/16
13:40 UTC

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[Request] Looking for 'citizen scientists' 55 and over for a possible feature – UK journalist

I hope you're safe and well. I'm just putting together a feature on "citizen science" in the UK, I'm looking for over-55s for a feature I'm putting together on how people discover "citizen' research projects and the value it contributes to their lives.

If it's something you might consider, given a bit more info, I would really love to hear from you to let you see examples of my work in the past and answer questions about how offering to be a case study might work. Please feel free to message me directly, or reply to this thread to let me know you'd like me to message you.

All the best.

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2020/05/13
10:42 UTC

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