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Harnessing the power of our beautiful minds

Harnessing the power of our beautiful minds

Brain Computer Interfaces are technologies that open up new realms of possibilities in medicine and beyond, but ethical guidelines and legislation have not yet caught up with the rapid developments in this field. What can this technology do? And what does the future hold for it?

A Look at Gollum’s Mind

A Look at Gollum’s Mind

Fictional characters intrigue us not only because of their stories, but also because they reflect deep truths about human nature. In this series, we dive into the minds of iconic characters from movies and series and analyze their behavior through the lens of cognitive neuroscience and psychology. In this blog, it’s Gollum from Lord of the Rings.

The Einstein in your brain

The Einstein in your brain

If you pause to consider all the things you do in a single day, you seldom realise how much understanding of physics it requires—even more so when we do not pause. Yet you wouldn’t get quite far with pouring coffee into your mug, interlacing a chain lock through your bike, or using a zebra crossing without some understanding of the natural laws that govern the world. How does your brain understand the physical world so well, but its formulas so poorly?

The power of colour: How shades shape your day

The power of colour: How shades shape your day

Colours play a powerful role in our mood, productivity, and creativity. This is because they influence our brains and evoke emotions. Our cultural background also shapes the way we perceive colour. By consciously using colour, you can positively influence your mood and concentration.

Life’s Big Questions: What is love?

Life’s Big Questions: What is love?

Love takes on many shapes and forms; it can move mountains, remain unrequited, or last a lifetime. It has the power to make us feel like the happiest person in the world, but also the saddest. Arguably the most powerful emotion of all, love can largely be explained by what happens in our brains. But can it really be reduced to biochemical signals?

Meningitis: A brain-affecting disease you should know about

Meningitis: A brain-affecting disease you should know about

Recent news from RIVM suggested that an increasing number of people have been contacting general practitioners (GP) with flu-like symptoms. Even though the flu does not directly attack our brain, there are several diseases that often “disguise” as flu and affect our brain. This article will take you into one of those dangerous brain-affecting diseases: meningitis.