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  1. Brain

    Scientists Say: Aphantasia

    Not everyone has a “mind’s eye,” and that’s OK. Some people recall memories and process information in different ways altogether.

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  2. Brain

    Ouch! The pain of pulled hair registers superfast

    A hair pull is detected by a protein used to sense light touches. It also travels faster than most other types of pain.

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  3. Brain

    This neuroscientist looks at how your brain plans for the future

    Freek van Ede studies how the brain selects information to plan for the future. He’s finding clues in the tiny movements people make with their eyes.

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  4. Tech

    A man silenced by paralysis got his ‘voice’ back, thanks to AI

    New computer-linked brain implants offer hope to those who have lost the ability to speak or move.

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  5. Brain

    Scientists Say: Dopamine

    This brain chemical helps focus our attention and plan our path toward success.

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  6. Science & Society

    Our brains might help explain why people disagree on politics

    Differing political views may stem from our evolutionary past — and show up in distinct brain activity. Knowing this may help with challenging discussions.

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  7. Brain

    Why we aren’t really ‘left-brained’ or ‘right-brained’

    The idea that we use different sides of the brains to be creative or logical is popular — but it’s not supported by science. Here’s why.

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  8. Brain

    Here’s why being creative is good for your brain

    Neuroarts, a new field of science, is finding that exposure to arts can improve learning, behavior and mental health.

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  9. Brain

    Zap, zap, zap! Our bodies are electric

    Electricity powers key functions in the brain, heart and bone. Scientists are working to understand those currents to improve our health and moods.

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