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Improved Concentration Through Meditation
Meditation helps shut down certain regions of the brain that are active during daydreaming.
30.07.2026
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The Cortex
The brain's control center, seat of perception, consciousness, and behavior
20.09.2025
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Conscious Emotions
We only consciously feel fear, disgust, love, and hate when the cerebral cortex is engaged.
11.08.2025
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The Paleocortex
In the beginning was smell: the oldest part of the cerebrum deals with sniffing.
01.10.2025
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The Ventricular System
What's hiding in our brains? An alien wearing a helmet! Or a human with ram's horns?
20.09.2025
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Addicted to Love
They say love is blind. Neurobiologists have discovered that this is true. What's more, it's also addictive.
20.12.2011
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- Structure and Function
Well-Connected
The brain functions based on neural networks that change and adapt throughout a person's lifetime
30.04.2020
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- Structure and Function
Senses with Purpose
They’re old, but not outdated: sight and hearing are full of amazing evolutionary tricks.
25.04.2026
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- Successful aging
The Old, Healthy Brain
Some people seem to be unaffected by aging. Research is currently being conducted to find out why this is the case.
01.02.2026
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Why is it soothing to pet Animals?
Many people find petting an animal soothing. Is there a neurobiological explanation for this?
08.12.2024
