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Learning the Meaning of Fear

The story of the brain that went forth to learn what fear was.

21.08.2025

1. Basics
2. Communication of Cells

Neurons got Rhythm

Many areas of the brain often fire in unison – scientists are trying to find out why.

09.10.2025

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2. Emotions

The Fear Circuit

Fear arises thanks to lightning-fast mechanisms – that do not always react correctly.

11.09.2025

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Basic Research

Basic research is aimless. But eminently important.

1. Basics
2. The Developing Brain

Like Mother, like Child

Like mother, like son: Key regulatory circuits in the brain and genes are calibrated before birth

10.02.2026

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24.02.2017

1. News
2. Question to the brain

Why do we get Headaches?

The brain has no pain receptors. So why do we still get headaches?

14.10.2025

1. Basics
2. The Developing Brain

The Newborn – A User Manual

Three tips for your honeymoon with your new baby: cuddling, pampering, and getting help with daily tasks.

30.03.2016

1. Basics
2. Anatomy

The Mesencephalon

Important neurotransmitters, an astonishing array of colors, and a water pipe – that's the midbrain.

20.09.2025

1. News from the Institutes

What makes a fly feel sleepy?

And how does the brain know when it's time to rest?

21.04.2025