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.
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IQ is useful for measuring a specific cognitive skillset but there's other ways to be smart.
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There are all sorts of productivity myths out there – but are there any that actually work?
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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?
The psychology of why we trust what people say, even when they contradict the facts
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‘Paradoxical intention’ could finally help you overcome insomnia.
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.
Ageless brain: How this new supercomputer could help keep your mind young
The DeepSouth project aims to mimic the human brain.
This is what a near-death experience actually feels like
Near-death experiences are unique. Large portions of people have reported intense visions and increased happiness – but why?
How to finally break free from your smartphone addiction
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New app could drastically improve tinnitus symptoms
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A US start-up is working on a headband designed to induce lucid dreams. But will it work and is it safe to use?
Scientists can now predict which of your organs will fail first
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Explore the wonders of your grey matter, the organ that makes you you.
This bold psychedelic and VR fusion therapy could spark a mental health revolution
Psychologists are exploring ways of treating mental health disorders by combining psychedelics and virtual reality.
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Here's why musicians pull such weird faces
Those strange expressions actually serve a purpose.
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