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Neurogastronomy – the New Science of Taste
Neurogastronomy explores how the brain makes humans gourmets.
02.09.2025
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- The Developing Brain
The invisible Bond
Emotional bond – the essential connection between children and parents.
18.03.2026
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- News from the Institutes
How does our brain regulate generosity?
The “basolateral amygdala”, a part of the limbic system, plays an important role in this.
14.04.2025
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- The Developing Brain
Where on Earth did She get that from?
Nature or nurture – which has a greater influence on our children?
18.03.2026
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- Consciousness
Consciousness in a Physical World
For centuries, philosophy has sought to unravel the mystery of consciousness.
31.12.2025
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- Think
- Emotions
Two Pathways of Fear
Fear is a powerful emotion – it can save lives. Or lead you astray.
30.08.2011
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- Glossary
Amygdala
An important core area in the temporal lobe that is associated with emotions: it evaluates the emotional content of a situation and reacts particularly to threats. In this context, it is also activated by pain stimuli and plays an important role in the emotional evaluation of sensory stimuli. Inaddition, it is involved in linking emotions with memories, emotional learning ability, and social behavior. The amygdala is part of the limbic system.
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- Anatomy
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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- Basics
- Anatomy
The Cingulate Gyrus
When paying attention, experiencing pain, or feeling emotions, the cingulate gyrus on the inside of the cortex becomes active.
22.09.2023
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Smell and Taste – often underestimated
The role that smells and tastes play in our everyday lives.
06.09.2025
