Building a Virtual Brain: The Human Brain Project
World experts in fields such as neuroscience, medical informatics and supercomputer technology are collaborating on an ambitious project to vastly expand our understanding of how the brain works.
‘Neuroscience’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life, Page 2
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To Hit or Not Be Hit: A Commentary on Football
With the safety of football being increasingly questioned, it is important for parents to think about what effects playing will have on their children. It is difficult to say no to such a cultural phenomenon, but it is important that we do so.
Will Psychopaths Now Use the Bad Brain Excuse?
Make no mistake: psychopaths mean to do harm. It would be a social justice disaster if our growing awareness of the biological bases for their empathy deficits wound up better arming defense attorneys and adversely biasing judges when it comes to sanctioning the most dangerous individuals in our society.
Disappointing News in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease
The latest hoped-for breakthrough drug in the fight against Alzheimer’s has been scrapped. But all is not quite as bleak as it might seem: drugs like bapineuzumab might still prove useful as an early intervention vehicle, possibly preventing plaques from forming and building up in the brains of individuals who show early signs of cognitive problems thought to be precursors of Alzheimer’s.
Jack Osbourne’s Plight Brings New Awareness of MS
Recently, it was revealed that Jack Osbourne, the son of legendary rocker Ozzy and TV celebrity Sharon, has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). And, as was the case with 1950s and 60s teen idol and once popular Mouseketeer Annette Funicello, Osbourne’s public sharing of his plight has brought new attention and awareness to this mysterious neurological disease.
Building Stronger Brains Through Exercise
Neuroscience research shows that exercise may benefit brain growth and development even more than we’ve realized, especially in relation to learning and memory.
Neurological Illusions
While optical illusions are fun and familiar, we are discovering other illusions within our own minds that have the power to amaze and upset some of our dearest beliefs about ourselves.