Molecular Biologist Seth Grant (BS 211)
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This episode of Brain Science features the return of molecular biologist Seth Grant. We continue our discussion of the surprising complexity and diversity of the synapse.
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Basics of Neurotransmitters (BS 210)
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BS 210 is an in-depth introduction to neurotransmitters with an emphasis on the essential role played by receptors.
Read More"The Entangled Brain" with Luiz Pessoa (BS 209)
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BS 210 features neuroscientist Luiz Pessoa talking about his latest book The Entangled Brain: How Perception, Cognition, and Emotion Are Woven Together.
Read More"Foolproof" with Sander van der Linden (BS 208)
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This is episode is an interview Sander van der Linden author of Foolproof: Why Misinformation Infects Our Minds and How to Build Immunity.
Read MoreHighlights from Brain Science in 2022 (BS 203)
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This is our 16th Annual Review episode where we look back at the highlights from 2022. It’s also a great way for newbies to learn about Brain Science.
Read MoreEmotion and Culture with Batja Mesquita (BS 199)
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BS 199 is an interview with Batja Mesquita, author of "Between Us: How Cultures Create Emotions."
Read More"Neuroscience for Dummies" with Frank Amthor (BS 197)
/Brain Science #197 features an encore playing of my interview with Dr. Frank Amthor, author of Neuroscience for Dummies and Neurobiology for Dummies. It is a great episode for newbies and will be a good review for longtime listeners.
Read MoreBS 194 "The Grieving Brain" with Mary-Frances O'Connor
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BS 194 is an interview with Mary-Frances O’Connor, author of The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss.
Read MoreNina Kraus Talks about Sound and the Brain (BS 192)
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This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with Nina Kraus, author of Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World.
Read MoreBrain Science celebrates 15 years with Annual Review
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BS 191 is our 15th Annual Review episode. We look back on the key ideas and highlight our guests, both old and new.
Read MoreDavid Eagleman explores Brain Plasticity (BS 187)
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BS 187 is an interview with bestselling author and neuroscientist David Eagleman’s latest book Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain.
Read MoreUnderstanding Action Potentials (spikes) with Mark Humphries (BS 186)
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Episode 186 features Mark Humphries, author of The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds. We explore how the brain uses electrical signaling in surprising ways, beginning with a look at how an action potential (aka. "the spike") is produced. This episode is for listeners of all backgrounds.
Read MoreBruce Goldstein on "The Mind" (BS 180)
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BS 180 features E Bruce Goldstein, author of The Mind: Consciousness, Prediction, and the Brain. It is a great episode for listeners of all backgrounds and highly recommended to share with potential new listeners.
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