A Close Up Look Infographic – #10 – Modern Treatments
In this new installment of our infographic series, A Close Up Look, KN Illustrator Gil Torten takes us on a journey through 3 of the most exciting treatments in vision… Leer más
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A Close Up Look Infographic – #9 – The Bionic Eye
The bionic eye is a well-known example of sci-fi technology– but could it soon be more than just science fiction? Check out this new infographic, in which KN Illustrator Gil… Leer más
A Close Up Look Infographic – #8 – RGC Density
Did you know you have a special cell type in your retina whose density can give us an approximate sense of how good your vision is? Check out this… Leer más
A Close Up Look Infographic – #7 – The Visual Pathway
How does information about what we see around us reach the brain? Check out this infographic from Gil Torten to learn about each step in the intricate visual pathway,… Leer más
A Close Up Look Infographic – #6 – Eye Disease
How might people with cataracts see the world differently? What about someone with a refractive error like astigmatism? In this infographic, KN Illustrator Gil Torten explores how different eye conditions… Leer más
A Close Up Look – #5 – Optical Illusions
How do optical illusions work? Check out this infographic to learn about how the features of our visual system lead to some of these odd and intriguing optical experiences.… Leer más
A Close up Look Infographic – #4 – Neural Networks
Did you know that neural networks and some parts of the visual system work in a very similar way? Learn about the similarities between the two systems in Gil Torten’s… Leer más
A Close up Look Infographic – #3 – Chameleon vision/Focusing
How do our eyes focus on moving objects and chameleon eyes zoom into their environment? Learn about the differences between the human eye and chameleon eyes in our latest infographic.… Leer más
A Close Up Look Infographic – #1 – Retina
How does the octopus see the world? Learn about the differences between the human retina and the octopus retina in our latest infographic. An insightful infographic written and illustrated by… Leer más
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)
~ 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-… Leer más
Spinning Logic
I had the opportunity to speak with Jason Havey, host of the Spinning Logic podcast! And it was a blast!!… Leer más
Should you trust that article you’re reading?
It’s easy to find information on the internet — especially information that confirms what you already believe to be true. Through search engine bias, your Facebook newsfeed bubble, and confirmation… Leer más
The Consequences of Illusory Superiority
On January 6, 1995, a large five-foot-six 270-pound middle-aged man robbed two Pittsburgh banks in broad daylight. He didn’t wear a mask or any sort of disguise. And he smiled… Leer más
Our Year in Review
Knowing Neurons had an amazing year, and we are so thankful for all your support throughout our journey! Here are some highlights from 2016!… Leer más
We won an award!
We are excited to announce that we received the Society for Neuroscience 2016 Next Generation Award. This award recognizes SfN chapter members who have made outstanding contributions to public communication,… Leer más
An Interview with Steve Silberman, Author of NeuroTribes
Ten minutes before I was scheduled to begin my interview with celebrated writer Steve Silberman, I still had not figured out which questions I wanted to ask him. Staring down… Leer más
