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Neuroscience

The Neuron’s Secret Partner

Glial cells are the brain’s architects, doctors, police, janitors, and gardeners.

July 29, 2015

Here’s Why Your Brain Seems Mostly Dormant

The brilliant compromise between efficiency and ability in your head.

July 29, 2015

Ingenious: David Krakauer

The systems theorist explains what’s wrong with standard models of intelligence.

April 16, 2015

Ingenious: Helen Fisher

Talking sex, brains, and commitment with the best-selling scientist of love.

March 25, 2015

The Most Dangerous Muse

Parkinson’s disease gave her the gift of creativity.

January 8, 2015

Brain Damage Saved His Music

After a chunk of his brain was removed, guitarist Pat Martino got his groove back.

December 23, 2014