Radical research
Cadet 2nd Class Brandon McCutcheon prepares a sample for an experiment using a dye to identify free radicals in hopes of one day treating chemical warfare decontamination and cancer patients July 10 at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado. The Academy offers a four-year program of instruction and experience designed to provide cadets the knowledge and character essential for leadership, and the motivation to serve as Air Force career officers. Cadet McCutcheon is majoring in biochemisty and is also with the parachute demonstration team Wings of Blue. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Larry A. Simmons)