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Cerebral Organoids Reveal New Angles for Understanding the Human Brain

Claudia Nguyen , , , , , ,
When you think of researchers growing “mini-brains,” you might picture a mad scientist out of a sci-fi or horror movie. But the reality looks quite different. Cerebral organoids, often colloquially… Read more
An artistic take on the "monkey-to-man" cartoon, depicting the final result as a larger human near fast food with a red warning sign around it. Illustrated by McCall Sarrett.
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El Cerebro, las grasas saludables y la importancia de encajar en nuestros genes

Marco Travaglio , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Artículo original: Brain, Healthy Fats, and the Importance of Fitting Into Your Genes, Marco Travaglio Traducido por Jenna Hartstein ~~~ Nuestros cerebros son muy ricos en grasa. De hecho, cerca… Read more
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Did You Know? Infographics Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders 

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

Rajamani Selvam , , , , , , , ,
~ Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by abnormal levels of impulsive and hyperactive behaviors which occurs in both children and adults. Symptoms appear around 3-… Read more
Feature image depicting the profile of a person's head with puzzle pieces where the brain would be, centered on a background with wavy stripes to represent hallucinations associated with schizophrenia. Designed by Alexa Erdogan.
Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders Sensation and Perception 

Cognition in Schizophrenia: The Missing Piece of the Therapeutic Puzzle

Jessica Brown , , , , , , , , , , ,
What kind of mental image springs to mind upon reading the word ‘schizophrenia’? Many envisage individuals locked in dark institutions, plagued by non-existent voices and vivid hallucinations. Fortunately, modern antipsychotic… Read more
An artistic take on the "monkey-to-man" cartoon, depicting the final result as a larger human near fast food with a red warning sign around it. Illustrated by McCall Sarrett.
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Brain, Healthy Fats, and the Importance of Fitting Into Your Genes

Marco Travaglio , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Our brains are extremely rich in fat. Indeed, about two thirds of the human brain is composed of fat, 35% of which consists of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids. What are… Read more
Image of a brain with the words Kluver-Bucy Syndrome underneath it. Illustrated by Rajamani Selvam.
Infographics Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders 

What is Klüver-Bucy Syndrome? [Infographic]

Rajamani Selvam , , , , , , , , , ,
Klüver-Bucy syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that causes damage to the brain’s temporal lobe. However, it is not life-threatening; medications and supportive therapy can help alleviate the symptoms. Learn… Read more
Infographics Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders 

What is Bell’s Palsy? [Infographic]

Rajamani Selvam , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Bell’s Palsy is a neurological disorder that causes temporary weakness in the facial muscles and nerves. The disorder can be cured with medications and therapy. In this infographic, neuroscientist Rajamani… Read more
Brain Development Infographics Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders 

What is Alexander Disease?

Rajamani Selvam , , , , , , , , ,
Alexander disease is an extremely rare neurological disorder that severely impairs the functions of nervous system leading to intellectual disability and developmental delay. In this infographic, neuroscientist Rajamani Selvam explains… Read more
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