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How does the brain work? How different is a human brain from other creatures' brains? Is the human brain still evolving? In this fascinating book, Michael O'Shea provides a non-technical introduction to the main issues and findings in current brain research, and gives a sense of how neuroscience addresses questions about the relationship between the brain and the mind.

All social groups have ideals for behavior, even though ethics vary among different cultures and among individuals within each culture. In trying to understand why, Churchland brings together an understanding of the influences of nature and nurture. She looks to evolution to elucidate how, from birth, our brains are configured to form bonds, to cooperate, and to care. Conscience delves into scientific studies, particularly the fascinating work on twins, to deepen our understanding of whether people have a predisposition to embrace specific ethical stands.

In our default state, our brains constantly get in the way of effective communication. They are lazy, angry, immature, and distracted. They can make a difficult conversation impossible. But Andrew Newberg, M.D., and Mark Waldman have discovered a powerful strategy called Compassionate...

A cutting-edge guide to the psychology and neuroscience of spiritual experiences.

Welcome to the Introduction to Clinical Research Podcast! Join Debbie, a clinical research professional, as she explains clinical research to her friend Elyse. Curious how the COVID vaccine was developed so quickly? Ever wondered what rules determine when you can get a new drug? Remember that one miracle drug they swore would cure cancer back in 2002 but then you never heard of it again? Let’s talk about that.

The definitive insider's history of the genetic revolution--significantly updated to reflect the discoveries of the last decade. James D. Watson, the Nobel laureate whose pioneering work helped unlock the mystery of DNA's structure, charts the greatest scientific journey of our time, from the...

For many marketing professionals, "science" is a four-letter word. They see brand-building as an unteachable art guided by their intuition and experience. But at its core, marketing aims to seed ideas into people's minds, make them feel a certain way, and, ultimately, get them to act. In Brand Seduction, Daryl reveals the latest psychological and neuroscientific discoveries about how our minds process brand information and make decisions, and the important roles our emotions and unconscious play in our selections.

Remarkable new discoveries affirm the octopus as one of nature’s most intelligent and complex animals. This new book brings us closer than ever to these elusive creatures. The companion to the highly anticipated National Geographic television special, this book explores the alluring underwater world of the octopus—a creature that resembles an alien lifeform, but whose behavior has earned it a reputation as one of the most intelligent animals on the planet.

Are we really the masters of our own destiny? Neuroscientist Hannah Critchlow shows how far our future is already hardwired in our brains. Like Sapiens and Thinking Fast and Slow, The Science of Fate revolutionises the way we understand our species and ourselves. So many of us believe that we...

Mossy greens, conker browns, cream, chocolate and deepest black; add stripes, swirls and splotches and you have some of the most striking wildlife Britain has to offer. In Meetings with Moths ecologist Katty Baird roams Scotland seeking out, documenting and observing moths. Green Longhorns...

The Greek meaning of evangelist is "bringing the good news" In this podcast, patient advocate and lung cancer survivor Dave Bjork brings the good news by serving up stories about the good people in life sciences who are doing amazing work in lung cancer research and care. He calls them “brilliant but not famous." But they are all well known and respected in their field among their peers. From academic researchers to lung cancer clinicians, hear about their work but also their personal stories and passions. Life science is full of really good people who care. Hear their stories.

The Greek meaning of evangelist is "bringing the good news" In this podcast, patient advocate and lung cancer survivor Dave Bjork brings the good news by serving up stories about the good people in life sciences who are doing amazing work in lung cancer research and care. He calls them “brilliant but not famous." But they are all well known and respected in their field among their peers. From academic researchers to lung cancer clinicians, hear about their work but also their personal stories and passions. Life science is full of really good people who care. Hear their stories.

A podcast in which we take a look at research papers and discuss their results.

Are you interested in learning about the latest health research? Do you think information about health research should be available to everyone? We do and that’s why we have created Research for Everyone - a short podcast series where we take complex health research and make it easy to understand. Our team of experts includes people with learning disabilities and health scientists at the University of Glasgow. As part of Research for Everyone we have also created short animations and infographics to share health research in ways that people can understand and enjoy.You can find out more ...

In this podcast, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research brings you right to the cutting edge of neuroscience to discuss the latest discoveries in the field of neuroscience, with a focus on Parkinson’s disease (PD). We are working at the forefront of PD research to accelerate scientific breakthroughs by providing funding opportunities, tools and resources to develop new treatments, find cures and improve quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s disease. If you’re a scientist, clinician or industry professional interested in gaining in-depth insights into the ...

Into the mind is a podcast where academics discuss cutting-edge research on consciousness and its altered states from neuroscience, psychology, philosophy and anthropology. Into the mind is brought you by the ALIUS Research Group. To find out more about our work, head over www.aliusresearchgroup.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UCLA Center for Prehospital Care established the Prehospital Care Research Forum (PCRF) at UCLA in 1992 in cooperation with JEMS Communications. The PCRF Journal Club is a bi-monthly online meeting that critically evaluates published research and its relevance to prehospital care. We aim to promote healthy and respectful discussions that challenge present and future prehospital care practices. Each session is facilitated by a panel of experts, PCRF board members, and associates.

Delve into the frontiers of cutting-edge brain science with ‘Research Renaissance’ a podcast presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust. Join us on a journey of discovery with a diverse lineup of guests, including early career researchers undertaking groundbreaking studies. Hear their insights alongside voices from investment communities, policymakers, and research institutions. Collectively we explore the complexities of neurological diseases, their root causes, potential treatments, and the pursuit of cures. Join us in illuminating the path towards a comprehensive understanding of ...

An electrifying memoir of one woman's extraordinary effort to save her husband's life-and the discovery of a forgotten cure that has the potential to save millions more. "A memoir that reads like a thriller." -New York Times Book Review "A fascinating and terrifying peek into the devastating...

Silva. Storie per un pianeta da curare è una rassegna podcast di quattro puntate dedicata all’ambiente e al modo in cui la letteratura può aiutarci a comprendere il mondo che cambia. Ascolteremo insieme le voci di scrittori e scrittrici, critici e interpreti di storie.Ci racconteranno il loro modo di vedere il nostro mondo e ci aiuteranno a capire come provare, a nostra volta, a cambiarlo in meglio. La rassegna nasce dal progetto di ricerca “Sostenibilità in Italia: tra Letteratura, Visualità e Architettura” ed è coordinata da Riccardo Gasperina Geroni, in collaborazione con ...