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The brains of blind people reorganize differently than previously thought
The brain's microstructure was imaged at the submillimeter scale, revealing several important patterns.
13.07.2026
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Neuronal Precursor Splits into Two Cell Lineages Earlier than Anticipated
ISTA Postdoc investigates how distinct neuron types arise in the cerebral cortex
05.08.2026
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The Sheep Brain: Cortex
It is our cortex that makes us human. How does this work in sheep?
29.06.2013
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The Sheep Brain: Limbic System
There are not only systems for sensory and motor functions, but also one for emotions. Really?
29.06.2013
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The Sheep Brain: Diencephalon
The so-called "intermediate brain" comprises crucial structures. And it informs consciousness.
29.06.2013
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The Sheep Brain: Brain Stem
It fulfills central tasks. And has adult-only structures. And colorful nuclei.
29.06.2013
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The Sheep Brain: Cranial Nerves
There are twelve cranial nerves that plague students. Here is a musical mnemonic device.
29.06.2013
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The Sheep's Brain in Comparison
The sheep brain section is part of the compulsory biology curriculum for students. But why is that?
29.06.2013
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From falling trees to acoustic perception: philosophy in the primary auditory cortex.
02.08.2012
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The Sheep Brain: Basal Ganglia
The basal ganglia control motor function and happiness – but in sheep, only unhappiness has been proven.
29.06.2013
