neuroscience – The Student Scientist

by Magda Wojtara December 24, 2019 0

Advancements in the Clinical Treatment and Detection of Alzheimer’s

It is believed that the brain’s neurons die and break down as a result of Alzheimer’s. This process is known to involve high levels of amyloid and tau- a peptide and a protein respectively. However, other factors are currently being explored as possibly playing a role in the neurodegenerative effects of the illness.

by Anushka Saxena December 12, 2018 0

High School High School Biology and Chemistry High School Mind, Brain, and Behavior TSS

Causes of Alzheimer’s

The healthy human brain contains tens of billions of neurons, which specialized cells that process and transmit information via electricalContinue Reading

by Shanni Lam October 19, 2018 0

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Semantic Satiation

Have you ever thought of a word or phrase but after repeating it so many times, it doesn’t feel like a word anymore? That weird feeling is an example of the psychological phenomenon, semantic satiation

by Thalia Charles August 30, 2018 0

College College Biology and Chemistry College Mind, Brain, and Behavior TSS

Introduction to Neuroscience: The Central Nervous System

Exploring the central nervous system and its roles.

by ATP August 29, 2018 0

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The Paradoxical Pleasures of Sad Music

After having a rough day, sometimes we just want to blast sad music and sing along with lyrics that match what we are feeling. The paradox– that we listen to sad music to feel better– is a question that researchers have asked for years and are beginning to understand.

by Thalia Charles August 17, 2018 0

College College Biology and Chemistry College Mind, Brain, and Behavior TSS

Introduction to Neuroscience: The Stress Response

As we continue our tour of the fascinating academic discipline of the neurosciences, we will take a temporary stop to see the Hall of Fame of stress, the sympathetic nervous system.