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Posts tagged neurology

May 13, 2013

 

sleep

Time To Get Up!

How does the body know when to wake up? How does the body know when to fall asleep?

September 15, 2012

 

Scientists Restore Lost Cerebral Function In Non-Human Primates

Scientists have successfully employed a prosthesis to recoup lost brain power in lab monkeys. Could humans be next?

July 25, 2012

 

man scrunchs after stubbing toe

The Highways Of Pain

Find out how pain travels along the body's complex nerve highway.

April 16, 2012

 

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The Supermarket Numbers Game

Dr. Brian Wansink of the University of Illinois Food & Brand Lab studied how people make decisions in stores.

February 29, 2012

 

a young woman speaking in sign language

I Hear Your Hands

We've talked before about how surprisingly flexible the brain is. Learn about the amazing connection between sign language and the brain.

November 22, 2011

 

Colorful Brain

Hyperactive Neurons To Blame For Unusual Sensory Melding

Some people report seeing colors when they read text or tasting flavors when they listen to music. Elevated neuronal responsiveness could be to blame.

October 28, 2011

 

treadmill

Why Do I Feel Strange When I Get Off A Treadmill?

After a session on a treadmill you might have noticed that when you get off the machine you feel like you are walking much faster than you really are.

October 1, 2011

 

Brain MRI

The Tale Of Dr. Harvey’s Illicit Souvenir

Some people can vegetables or preserves. Dr. Harvey preferred the most famous brain in theoretical physics.

July 15, 2008

 

Two guys holding video game controllers

Guys and Their Video Games

It's no surprise that guys are more into video games than girls, it's science!

May 28, 2008

 

LSD on tinfoil

The Return of Psychedelic Drugs

Since the 60's, LSD has been seen as a recreational drug, not worth serious research...until now!

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