neuroscience

outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Science and Technology November 13, 2024

I’m a neuroscientist who taught rats to drive − their joy suggests how anticipating fun can enrich human life

by Kelly Lambert, University of Richmond, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] We crafted our first rodent car from a plastic cereal container. After trial and…

axolotl, a light-colored salamander looking toward the camera

Science and Technology September 8, 2022

Axolotls can regenerate their brains – these adorable salamanders are helping unlock the mysteries of brain evolution and regeneration

By Ashley Maynard, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is an aquatic salamander renowned for its…

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Cobb County November 24, 2024

Cobb commissioners appoint Keith Schuermann new library director

Image above: screenshot of Keith Schuermann and Cobb County Manager Dr. Jackie McMorris from video of the November 21 Board of Commissioners meeting By Mark Woolsey It’s the changing of…

Smyrna November 24, 2024

Neighborhood meeting for Smyrna Ward 2 residents tomorrow: November 25

Smyrna Ward 2 Councilwoman Latonia Hines will host a neighborhood meeting tomorrow night, Monday, November 25, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reed House, 3080 Atlanta Road, Smyrna,…

Health Care November 24, 2024

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from November 15 to November 21

The following are scores for the past week for restaurants, school cafeterias, hotels, and other food service facilities in Cobb County from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For more…

Climate and Weather November 24, 2024

Cobb climate almanac & weather forecast for Sunday, November 24, 2024

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, November 24, 2024, with a high near 63 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

Education November 23, 2024

What would it mean if President-elect Trump dismantled the US Department of Education?

by Kevin Welner, University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] In her role as former chief executive of World Wrestling Entertainment, Linda McMahon…

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I’m a neuroscientist who taught rats to drive − their joy suggests how anticipating fun can enrich human life

Axolotls can regenerate their brains – these adorable salamanders are helping unlock the mysteries of brain evolution and regeneration