The brain

The brain is the organ that makes us human and the most complex organ in an organism. This mind-boggling structure is located at the centre of the nervous system and contains billions of neurons that can simultaneously process information from around the body. The brain is found in all vertebrates and most invertebrates, and is located in the head, usually closest to the sensory organs such as vision.

If my brain was in my stomach, would I 'think from my stomach'?

Is what we think with the same as where we think from?
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Anti-ageing neuro-tech: The bold new devices built to keep your brain young

Sending shocks to the nervous system has a variety of health benefits. But is it a safe thing to do?
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Is it really better to hope for the best, but brace for the worst?

Being optimistic really can be self-fulfilling.
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How do IQ tests work?

IQ is useful for measuring a specific cognitive skillset but there's other ways to be smart.
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Be more productive: A neuroscientist explains how to actually get more done in less time

There are all sorts of productivity myths out there – but are there any that actually work?
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Why is socialising so tiring?

Socialising sometimes feels like hard work – here are simple ways to overcome it.
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The bold new treatments that could soon tame - and prevent - cancer

One of the most pressing medical challenges facing the world’s ageing population is the fight against cancer. But is this a battle that’s winnable – and what technologies are being developed to wage the war?
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The psychology of why we trust what people say, even when they contradict the facts

When it comes to presenting information, a friendly face can make all of the difference.
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Keeping your eyes open can help you fall asleep faster. Here’s why

‘Paradoxical intention’ could finally help you overcome insomnia.
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Moments of pure eureka: 10 best photos of recent medical breakthroughs

Check out the latest winners from Great Ormond Street Hospital's latest photography competition, detailing stunning breakthroughs in science.
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How to finally break free from your smartphone addiction

Inside the strange new science of 'dopamine fasting'.
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Are people in comas conscious?

It's usually assumed that a person in a vegetative state has no awareness of the world around them. Dr Adrian Owen, who pioneered groundbreaking research that has proven otherwise, explains why we need to be talking to these patients.
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Your brain is hard-wired to avoid exercise. Here's why

We all know that working out makes us feel better. So why is it so hard?
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This headset will let you control your dreams, Inception-style. Here’s what to know before you lose track of reality

A US start-up is working on a headband designed to induce lucid dreams. But will it work and is it safe to use?
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Scientists can now predict which of your organs will fail first

Would you rather: know when you’re going to die, or how? Well, scientists may now be able to predict both. But it’s not all doom and gloom…
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Doctor Who: Could aliens really wipe your memory?

Doctor Who at 60: The Doctor's skills extend to wiping people’s memories. But does that ring a bell with real-world research?
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