By Katie Kimbark “Any man could, if he were so inclined, be the sculptor of his own brain.” – Santiago Ramón y Cajal Brain injuries are diverse and complex, ranging from strokes to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and impact millions of individuals globally each year. Over the past several decades, scientific consensus on brain injuries, … Continue reading Reconsidering Recovery: How an HIV Drug is Redefining Brain Injury Repair
Houston, we have a problem: can we solve the reproducibility crisis in science?
By: Jenny Lausch Public trust in our work as scientists is of the utmost importance. While some scientists receive funds from private companies and individuals, most science in the United States is funded and made possible by tax dollars that are allocated by the government through the National Institute of Health (NIH) and National Science … Continue reading Houston, we have a problem: can we solve the reproducibility crisis in science?
In the brain of the beholder: the neurocognitive basis of hallucinations
By: Zekiel Factor Humans, like all animals, instinctively rely on the assumption that the sensations we experience such as touch and sight reproduce reality. Touching a hot stove activates temperature sensors in the skin that convey pain and trigger reflexive hand withdrawal; an object moving quickly in our peripheral vision draws our gaze to enable … Continue reading In the brain of the beholder: the neurocognitive basis of hallucinations
GLP-1s are everywhere, but why?
By: Ceyda Yalcin You’ve probably heard of Ozempic, or semaglutide: the celebrity-endorsed, weight-loss drug that has taken the world by storm. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, these medications, scientifically known as glucagon-like-peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA), are now being explored for their potential to treat a range of conditions from substance use disorder to … Continue reading GLP-1s are everywhere, but why?
Give me something to ChatGPT about: the environmental consequences of generative AI
By Zoe Katz Since the introduction of ChatGPT in 2018, the rise of generative artificial intelligence – or gen AI – has been exponential and pervasive in our society. Everywhere we look, there’s a new AI tool aimed at improving our digital experience. Be it the AI Overview on Google or Rufus on Amazon, AI … Continue reading Give me something to ChatGPT about: the environmental consequences of generative AI
Paralyzed by Genocide: The rise of Guillain-Barré in Gaza
By: Ikram Mezghani Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is not a condition most people expect to encounter outside the pages of a neurology textbook. Globally, it is considered rare, affecting only one to two people out of every 100,000 per year. However, in August of this year, news reports began emerging from Gaza where doctors described an … Continue reading Paralyzed by Genocide: The rise of Guillain-Barré in Gaza
Ocean, Going Dark: Diving into the Darkening of the Global Ocean
By: Natale Hall When you hear the words “ocean” and “climate change” together in a sentence, your mind probably jumps to the flashy – and therefore commonly reported climate concerns – like the melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, more frequent algal blooms, and maybe even coral bleaching. But there’s another, less familiar shift … Continue reading Ocean, Going Dark: Diving into the Darkening of the Global Ocean
Let Them Play, Coach: Supporting Trans Athletes to Identify as They Are
By: Jay Kang (they/them) In the summer of 2022, Lia Thomas became the face of NCAA Women’s Swimming. Not because she had just won the women’s 500-yard freestyle in an NCAA Division I national championship, but instead because she was the first openly transgender athlete to achieve such a feat. Rather than celebrate a proud … Continue reading Let Them Play, Coach: Supporting Trans Athletes to Identify as They Are
Why Ants Don’t Lose Their Cool
By: Habiba Abdelhalim In crowds, concerts, and colonies, the behavior of one individual can quickly spread to others. This phenomenon, known as social contagion, is a powerful force that can lead to synchronized actions, like applause in an audience or collective movement in a school of fish. But it can also have dangerous consequences, such … Continue reading Why Ants Don’t Lose Their Cool
Fall in Love with Jumping Spiders This Fall
By Chris Pallés As we work our way into the fall semester and feel the chill of the changing season settling in, many of us are preparing for the start of the holiday season – Halloween. This beloved holiday is known for its use of scary creatures, which often includes spiders. As a spider-lover myself, … Continue reading Fall in Love with Jumping Spiders This Fall
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