Open Sociology Lab : November 29

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

Grissom opens the lab and grins like a loon setting up today's forensics display.

The Cyranose 320, a portable electronic nose.

He puts out extra scent pads, in case any students would like something analyzed.

It's pretty much Geek Christmas in the lab today.

[It's the actual e-nose they used on CSI. I am such a geek. And the open labs are always for any and all students and faculty who want Grissom's bizarre analysis of something, to play with the toys/use them for nefarious purposes, or to just swing by for a conversation, etc.]

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[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

[ooc: Must ask for slowtime liek wo at 11:00am CST. Stupid classes.]

*Sara pokes her head in through the door. Spying the Nose, she smirks.* Warrick ever figure out you swiped that?

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Sadly, I had to send that one back. I lost a bet. But I procured this one this weekend off-island."

He looks at her raised eyebrow, and grins, "The DC lab director owed me a favor."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

I don't want to know, do I? *Rhetorical question as she makes her way in, perching almost casually on his desk, looking relaxed.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

Grissom glances over at the door, and turns back to Sara. "Well, hello. Comfortable?"

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

Very. Nice desk. I think my students believe I'm possessed by something. *For some reason, she's unconcerned about that.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

He takes off his glass, and say non-chalantly. "Huh. Well, maybe you were bitten by a gremlin. I can check of course, just to be careful. Better safe than sorry."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

As long as it's no trouble. I wouldn't want to be a bother.

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Of course it isn't a bother. I'm very concerned about the health and well-being of my fellow faculty members."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

The strange symptoms were occurring last week as well. People think I'm 'bouncy', 'perky', and entirely too cheerful. What's the diagnosis? *An attentive look.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Well, there are several psychotic disorders that sometimes manifest in fits of euphoria. Or you could have hit your head. Brain injuries are tricky," he says with a mock frown.

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

I don't remember hitting my head--but that isn't unusual. Many people don't remember injuries after they have occurred. *Looking semi-concerned.* Can you help me? I'd hate to have to go to the clinic.

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Of course I can help. I am a doctor."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

But I'm not an insect! *Now she looks panicked! Well, as panicked as someone can who is trying desperately not to laugh.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Ah, but the process of investigation is the same." He raises a hand up and points from her head down to her ankles as he speaks, relating each part to the human form. "The head, the antennae, the mouthparts, the wings, the thorax, the abdomen, the legs."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

You think a head injury is the reason for my giddiness? *Asked like a model student--she's even taken out a notebook.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Mmmm, or a chemical imbalance. These things usually have a logical explanation, we just need to study all the evidence and then put it in context."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

Well, the most prevalent of my symptoms began after we had dinner. *Said thoughtfully--head tilted.* Something I ate, maybe?

[ooc: And off to class I go.]

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Potentially. Any other environmental factors that you can think of?

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

Possibly the company being kept?

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Interesting theory, although I only remember the two of us being present. I was a bit distracted, however. Perhaps that gremlin bite scenario does hold some weight," he says cheekily.

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

I haven't noticed any unusual abrasions or swelling. Though I understand that vision can be affected. Care to check for yourself? *Remember, viewers who are eavesdropping--the door is still open.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

Grissom finally breaks his cool and gets a little flustered. It had to happen eventually. "Uhhh... yes." He then considers the fact that no one is across the hall in the Ethics classroom, it is the only place on campus not under surveillance, and he totally has a key. "That would be prudent."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

*She chuckles, shaking her head and listening to that goddamned conscience of hers.* I shouldn't tease you during your Open Lab hours. I apologize.

*Besides, the leather is being cleaned.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"I've developed certain coping techniques throughout the years. They, of course, have different rates of effectiveness." He throws yet another glance at the door, and shrugs. "Plus, this isn't exactly the LVPD. Even if one of the kids stop by, from what I've heard on the pirate radio, I don't think they will be too traumatized by a teacher sitting on another teacher's desk. It's okay."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

True enough. And I doubt they'd be traumatized by an in-depth demonstration of anatomy and physiology. You'll probably be congratulated by names_ash for bagging the Ice Princess. *Her feathers are still a little ruffled from those broadcasts.*

Seriously. Would you like to come over tonight? *A gentler tone.*

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

He gives her a soft smile, and quickly touches the hand that not visible from the door as a gesture of comfort. "I'd like that."

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

I'll see you then. *A soft smile and she hops off the desk.* Don't break that thing--they're ungodly expensive.

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"I'll do what I always do. Blame the kids," he jokes. "Should I bring anything?"

[equalsmcsquared.livejournal.com]

I'm out of wine--maybe that? I have plenty of food.

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

"Sure, I can do that. I'll see you later," he says warmly.