The NCPD Lab has several computers spread around the facility.
Messages[]
A small step for science, a giant leap for humankind[]
A small step for science, a giant leap for humankind
From: 
Eugene Kuzma
To: 
Research Team
Good morning all, I would like to congratulate our very own Dr. Yawen Packard on the recent strides she has made in the field of pediatric autism therapy. Her invaluable work has paved the way for more effective therapy applications than the established behavioral methods TEACCH, ESDM and RDI, clearly surpassing all supportive methods (e.g. sensory integration) and substantially building upon traditional approaches such as music therapy. I speak for all of us when I say we are extremely proud of Dr. Packard's scientific achievements but also, more importantly, proud to see the huge inflow of warm letters from happy parents. Keep up the great work everyone! Eugene Kuzma
Meditation work - heard the news[]
Meditation work - heard the news
From: Aleyooty Kochamma
To: Caroline Adams
I just saw the email. I'm so sorry to hear they cut your project. If it's any consolation, I've tried to apply your methods in my personal time and I feel like my creativity is on a whole other level. Seriously I really hope this is just temporary and the reinstate the project (though I've got bad feelings, since Dr. Lynch's departure there just hasn't been the same support) Hang in there, Caroline! Don't lose hope!
Audit round the corner![]
Audit round the corner!
From: Seth Givens, NCPD
To: Cy Swearengen
What's up, choomster? You know about that audit in your lab is coming up, right? Maybe get those "invoices" for Wu all squared away, huh? ----- From: Cy Swearengen To: Seth Givens, NCPD RE: Audit round the corner! Don't you got enough of your own paperwork to push around? Leave the invoices for Wu to me. I'll make sure our little piggies don't go hungry...
geeeeez[]
geeeeez
From: Jean-Paul Petit
To: Yolanda Castaneda
You read Kuzma's email congratulating Yawen? Eugene must have been very ...ahem... "pleased" with her "strides." ----- From: Yolanda Castaneda To: Jean-Paul Petit RE: geeeeez I'm not surprised. I mean, she cozies up with that cop then all the sudden gets an NCPD contract? What a coinkidink, huh? ----- From: Jean-Paul Petit To: Yolanda Castaneda RE: geeeeez EXACTLY :/
IMPORTANT - all staff please read[]
IMPORTANT - all staff please read
From: Cy Swearengen
To: Research Team
Dear Team, I like to beat around the bush as much as the next guy, but I'm afraid I don't have that luxury this time. First off, you all remember that framed quote I used to have in my office - "Never trust a person who's never tried to steal." Well it seems someone took that sentiment too much to heart. Now, don't panic - it wasn't the quote that was stolen - it's safely at home. Rather, it appears a staff member has taken our neurotransmitter research files from the facility with the likely intent of selling them to a third party. As such, all lab employees will be required to take a polygraph before leaving the facility led by our own Dr. Al Tolliver. If Al finds anything troubling from your tests, the next course of action would be termination, legal action or both. No jokes - I mean this in all seriousness. Let me emphasize - do the polygraph BEFORE LEAVING WORK, then you're free to get in your naps, showers, lapdances or whatever is you people do in your off-hours. Have a pleasant day! Cy
This week's audit[]
This week's audit
From: Anna Svart-Fästing, City Autitor
To: NCPD Labs
Dear all, As many of you know, this week's audit is simply a formality. We are required by law to periodically evaluate current laboratory safeguards for effectivness and future modernization efforts. Remember that this audit is as beneficial for the city's bookkeeping as it is to keep you and your research safe. We're all playing for the same team here. Please just treat this as a mandatory day off. Best regarts, Anna Svart-Fästing City Autitor
Melissa Rory - latest research[]
Melissa Rory - latest research
From: Taryn Doggett
To: Noemi Redweed, Jean-Paul Petit
Based on the latest research on the subject, it appears the patient suffers from relapses of antisocial behaviors. The recommended treatment approach is limited environmental stimulation and increased doses of neuroleptics (see treatment details in attachment). I'll remind you this is not an isolated case but a fairly common problem among members of MaxTac. The NCPD is pushing for more resources put into cyberpsychosis research but our facility simply can't accomodate an uptick right now. And a friendly reminder: Please email your applications for overtime next quarter by no later than tomorrow EOD.
No, no, no[]
No, no, no
From: Caroline Adams
To: Taryn Doggett
lol, and just remember not to mention our lastest study to those NCPD slugbrains because they... well, they just wouldn't understand it anyway ;)
Project Decisions for Next Quarter[]
Project Decisions for Next Quarter
From: Yolanda Castaneda
To: Research Team
[IMPORTANT] The following projects have been green-lighted to continue next quarter: * neurotransmitters and selective countermeasures in combating the effects of stress * cyberpsychosis * audiovisual stimulation in autism therapy * limited environmental stimulation as treatment for antisocial behavior We have decided to suspend research into transcendental meditation. All those involved on the project will soon receive a more detailed report about the indefinite suspension and information regarding new project allocations.
Security Update[]
Security Update
From: Noemi Redweed
To: Research Team
[IMPORTANT] I would like to remind everyone of the upcoming audit and changes in security. I'm willing to answer any immediate questions you might have - as you're aware we've had complaints from the NCPD (I know, I know...). But we will have to follow the new guidelines. There's no wiggle room on this. At a time TBD later, you will all get your new double-verification access signatures. You will each receive INDIVIDUAL emails with the relevant details (no more of that reply all funny business). Until then, continue your work as normal - of course, excluding the day we have assigned for the audit. Have a nice day. Security
Files[]
A Novel Phobia: Fear of the Number 91[]
A Novel Phobia: Fear of the Number 91
In recent years, the list of commonly feared numbers, such as 4, 13 and 66, has grown to now officially include the number 91. While the phobias of other numbers have origins well studied by science (e.g. tetraphobia derives from the fact that the Chinese words for "death" and "four" sound similar), we can still only hypothesize about the rise of 91. Patients afflicted by a phobia of the number 91 often complain of recurring nightmares in which a giant countdown reaches 91 then suddenly stops. When they attempt to restart the countdown, it transforms into a bright yellow board with vermin crawling all over it. This shared experience has already spawned unproven conspiracy theories which, among other things, claim that the dreams are transmitted via either electromagnetic waves, the digitized minds of a mysterious netrunner sect, rogue artificial intelligences, or classified nanochips installed by Night Corp agents. None of these outlandish ideas contain a grain of truth, of course, so what is it that causes the phobia to manifest such intense reactions? That much yet remains unknown but, as so many scientists often claim, "the truth is out there." So, without full knowledge of the phobia's origin and its underlying factors, how can you treat it? Studies thus far have shown promising results for conditioning patients via induced dream-states in which the number 91 is inverted to the number 19. Although this method remains in clinical trials, experts optimistic the 91% success rate will only continue to improve.
Braindance Conditioning in Cyberpsychosis Treatment - Report[]
Braindance Conditioning in Cyberpsychosis Treatment - Report
Studies that use brain imaging methodologies have shown a progressive reduction in brain volume but a swelling of the ventricular system and the volume of cerebrospinal fluid produced in people who suffer from cyberpsychosis. Other studies have found differences in the degree of cortical nerve cell depletion between Stage 1 cyberpsychosis patients treated pharmaceutically and those who received braindance conditioning. Increased loss of cortical nerve cells was detected in those using pharmaceutical treatment, from which it has been concluded that braindance conditioning has a neuroprotective effect. This experiment's results should be taken into account when implementing braindance conditioning methods in locations with minimal environmental stimulation present.
Braindance Treatment for Pediatric Autism - Introduction[]
Braindance Treatment for Pediatric Autism - Introduction
Activity in a developing brain is higher compared to that in an mature brain. This greater capacity to establish neural connections and reorganize cortical and subcortical brain structures allows for substantial compensating abilities, even in circumstances of extensive brain damage. Unfortunately, in the case of children on the autism spectrum, the problem is one of hyperactivity. An overabundance of firing synapses results in synaptic communication disorders. This study compared children on the autistic spectrum who did not receive any preventative measures with those who received early braindance therapy. Initial findings suggest the braindance treatment provides beneficial support for synaptic function. Please refer to subsequent reports for detailed summaries of the findings.
Subject A.H. - Report filed to NCPD[]
Subject A.H. - Report filed to NCPD
Patient transported to hospital 18 minutes after suffering missile wound to the head. As the missile penetrated multiple brain layers, a temporary pulse cavity immediately followed. Due to rapid intervention, intracranial pressure was reduced and inflammatory damage to brain tissue was avoided. Despite successful intervention, the patient remains in a coma with estimated chances of waking at only 0.6%. In the event the patient does wake, likely complications may included paresis in the right side of the body, vision impairment, speech impairment, and cognitive disorders. Estimated value for NCPD investigation - near zero.