(John Vibes) In an alarming experiment, researchers from Japan and Germany teamed up to see if they could increase the size of a monkey’s brain by injecting it with a specific human brain gene that directs stem cells. Scientists know the gene as ARHGAP11B. In their experiments, they were able to successfully increase the size of monkey brains with this method.
Biology
The Human Brain Looks Suspiciously Like the Universe — As Above so Below
(Strange Sounds) When you compare the neurons in the human brain to the cosmic web of galaxies, they look suspiciously the same…
Can We Change Our Genes & DNA With Our Thoughts?
(Joe Martino) For the first time, researchers have been able to construct a gene network that can be controlled by thoughts. Martin Fussenegger, a professor at ETH Zurich led the research project that shows the powerful potential of thought. While we can’t answer the question for certain quite yet that we could control our genes and DNA with thought, discovery seems to be moving in that direction.
The Connection Between Eye Contact and Your Brain
(Exploring Your Mind) Eye contact is very powerful. In fact, a study demonstrates exactly what happens in your brain when you set eyes on someone for the very first time. In other words, it examined the connection between eye contact and your brain.
The Gut Trains the Immune System to Protect the Brain
(Neuroscience News) The membranes surrounding our brains are in a never-ending battle against deadly infections, as germs constantly try to elude watchful immune cells and sneak past a special protective barrier called the meninges. In a study involving mice and human autopsy tissue, researchers at the National Institutes of Health and Cambridge University have shown that some of these immune cells are trained to fight these infections by first spending time in the gut.
Plastic-Eating Super Enzyme Could Help Solve The Plastic Waste Crisis
(Jordan Davidson) Scientists are on the brink of scaling up an enzyme that devours plastic. In the latest breakthrough, the enzyme degraded plastic bottles six times faster than previous research achieved, as The Guardian reported.
Becoming a Father Can Trigger Hormonal Changes
(Exploring Your Mind) Studies show that becoming a father is a complex and wonderful experience that can even trigger hormonal changes.
The Moral Brain: The Neuronal Basis for Ethics and Human Values
(Exploring Your Mind) Neuroscientists have discovered the brain circuits that make up the moral brain. These mechanisms enable us to carry out altruistic and prosocial behavior that can often be observed even in very young children.
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Brain
(Neuroscience News) Seeking an answer, researchers at CHU Sainte-Justine Hospital and Université de Montréal have made a major discovery in understanding the mechanisms underlying learning and memory formation. Related Programmed Holographic Discs For Physical and Spiritual Health Source – Neuroscience News by Staff Writer, August 26th, 2020 The results of their study are presented today in Nature […]
Our Biology Responds To Events Before They Even Happen
(Arjun Walia) Is precognition real? There are many examples suggesting that yes, it is. The remote viewing program conducted by the CIA in conjunction with Stanford University was a good example of that. After its declassification in 1995, or at least partial declassification, the Department of Defense and those involved revealed an exceptionally high success rate:
Why Do So Many More Men Die From Coronavirus Than Women?
(Jenny Graves) All over the world – in China, Italy, the United States and Australia – many more men than women are dying from COVID-19. Why? Is it genes, hormones, the immune system – or behaviour – that makes men more susceptible to the disease?
Anti-Aging Breakthrough: Scientists Find Mechanism That Extends Worm Lifespans by 500 Percent
(Carly Cassella) A few simple genetic changes are [sic] all it takes to prolong a worm’s life span by 500 percent, a new study has found.
The Wonders of the Human Body: Do Humans Have Smell Receptors on Their Tongues?
(Edsel Cook) Your sense of smell may not be limited to just your nose. New research suggests that humans have olfactory receptors on their tongues as well as inside their nostrils.
The Hindbrain: Structure and Functions
(Exploring your Mind) The hindbrain is a very important part of the human brain. In this article, we’ll talk about its development, functions, and what might happen if it suffers any lesions.
The Sympathetic Nervous System — Survival Psychology
(Exploring your Mind) Although you may not know anything about the sympathetic nervous system, it plays an important role in your everyday life. Read on to learn more about this crucial part of your autonomic nervous system!