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This is a drawing of the golden ratio on a chalk board

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·October 5, 2019·2 min read

Golden Ratio Observed In Human Skulls

The Golden Ratio was noted in the human skull dimensions, but not in other mammals. The findings may have important anthropological and evolutionary implications.

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·July 8, 2019·4 min read

Structure of brain networks is not fixed

Brain networks are spatially and functionally fluid, and not static, as previously believed.

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·July 1, 2019·3 min read

Researchers discover genetic mutation behind serious skull disorder

A mutation in the BCL11B gene appears to be responsible for a rare skull development disorder called craniosynostosis.

This shows the researcher next to a head made of clocks

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·May 30, 2019·3 min read

Body parts respond to day and night independently from brain

Skin and liver cells appear to have their own circadian clock. Both the liver and skin respond to changes in light and maintain critical function, independent of the brain's circadian rhythm.

Image shows a pregnant woman surrounded by smoke.

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·November 16, 2017·5 min read

Vaping While Pregnant May Cause Craniofacial Birth Defects

According to researchers, the use of e-cigarettes during pregnancy may result in facial and oral cavity defects in offspring.

Image shows the location of the temporal lobe.

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·November 8, 2017·3 min read

Link Between Brain’s Memory Center and Heart Function

Vanderbilt researchers report elderly people whose hearts pump less blood have reduced blood flow in the temporal lobe. Previous studies report the temporal lobe is a critical brain area for the development of Alzheimer's disease.

Image shows the similarities between human, bonobo and chimp heads.

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·April 29, 2017·4 min read

Bonobos May Be Better Representation of Last Common Ancestor With Humans

A new study reveals bonobos may be more closely linked anatomically to humans than common chimpanzees are.

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·April 27, 2017·3 min read

Facial Bone Structure A Novel Marker for Left-Handedness

People with slender faces are 25% more likely to be left-handed, a new study reveals.

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·April 23, 2017·3 min read

Totally Bizarre Facts About the Star Nosed Mole

Researchers reveal amazing facts about the brain organization and behavior of the elusive star nosed mole.

The image shows the bone structure of an owl/

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·January 31, 2013·5 min read

Owl Mystery Unraveled Scientists Explain How Bird Can Rotate Its Head Without Cutting Off Blood Supply to Brain

Researchers have figured out how night-hunting owls can almost fully rotate their heads without damaging the delicate blood vessels in their necks and heads, and without cutting off blood supply to their brains.