Your brain on visual illusions
Sometimes we see things differently from how they really are. Here is what our brain
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Migraine: More than just a headache
About a month ago I had a migraine attack – which was a strange and
Pseudo-science – what distinguishes faith from science?
Astrology, homeopathy or acupuncture are all examples of “pseudo-science”. How is pseudo-science different from science,
Adults unconsciously mimic each other’s speech
Children are like parrots, copying how people around them talk. It’s how they learn to
The tinted glasses of your brain
Did you know that we don’t perceive the world exactly as it is? Neural activity
Oxytocin: a real neuro-hype
According to psychological research from the beginning of this century, oxytocin is responsible for love
Oopsie whoopsie! Baby talk is actually good for babies
Many of us are guilty of it: as soon as we see a baby, we
When live-sketching meets neuroscience
Ever wonder what neuroscientists do at a conference? I attended one this past June, and
With a tail between your legs
Does your brain know where your body ends and where the world begins? Research shows