What separates psychosis from belief?
People suffering from psychotic-like experiences tend to believe in surreal things. But do you believe
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How do you measure the worth of a scientist?
If evaluated by today’s system, many of the greatest scientists of all time wouldn’t make the cut. So what’s wrong with how we’re assessing scientists?
Why I teach as a scientist
Last week I was standing in front of a full classroom, teaching as a scientific
The effects of space travel on the human body
Just last month NASA published a one-of-a-kind twin study, describing what physiological, molecular and cognitive changes could happen to us from exposure to spaceflight hazards. This study proves, once again, the capability of our body to adapt to extreme environments.
‘Plants are good for you’: Fact or fiction?
Houseplants are more popular than ever and the media are eagerly responding to this. Experts and random websites alike claim that houseplants can cause all kinds of cognitive and psychological benefits. But is this true?
Express yourself—take part in Brain Art
Art seizes our imaginations. The brain makes us who we are. Show your love for both phenomena by submitting to OHBM’s 2019 Brain-Art Competition!
Why do we forget our dreams?
You probably know the feeling: you wake from a deep sleep and vaguely remember something
A look into your brain while you are on the phone
Calling someone on the phone is simple and fast, but at the same time many different complex communication processes are quickly going on in your brain.
Beauty is in the brain of the beholder
Some say that taste is not to be discussed. Is that truly the case? Neuroscience
Conscious choice or automatic response: How do we respond in threatening situations?
Monday morning, 10:45, you are on a tram in Utrecht on your way to work when a man suddenly pulls out a gun. What do you do: Run towards it or run away? Or are you not making this choice so consciously at all?