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Motivation
A motive is a reason. When this motive takes effect, the living being feels motivation – it strives to satisfy its need. For example, for food, protection, or reproduction. Motivation can be intrinsic (from within, e.g., curiosity) or extrinsic (from outside, e.g., reward).
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On the death of Prof. Dr. Henning Scheich
Henning Scheich was a German neurophysiologist and learning researcher of international standing.
06.06.2025
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Two Brain Areas Compete for Control
The locus coeruleus and the ventral tegmental area compete for control over the formation of memory content
14.03.2025
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The Limbic System
The limbic system does not solely control our emotional life. It also has other functions.
22.12.2023
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Carbohydrate Cravings in Depression
Researchers from Bonn and Tübingen investigate the dietary preferences of depressed people
05.02.2025
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A switchboard with precision
How the brain licenses movements
28.05.2025
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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
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- Communication of Cells
Dopamine
As a neurotransmitter, dopamine also plays a role in the reward center.
07.05.2012
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The Effects of Exercise on the Brain
Stefan Schneider uses EEG to investigate how people can be motivated to exercise.
05.02.2026
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Sport: An all-around Happiness Package for Body and Mind
Exercise has positive effects at any age – so it's never too late to get started.
01.09.2021
