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Tag: brain

This is your brain on arthropod evolution
Paleontology

This is your brain on arthropod evolution

Reference: Moysiuk, J., Caron, J.B. (2022). A three-eyed radiodont with fossilized neuroanatomy informs the origin of the arthropod head and…
September 13, 2022September 12, 2022 Fayth Tan
What do octopuses dream of when they take a little octopus snooze?
Behavior

What do octopuses dream of when they take a little octopus snooze?

Sleep is critical to a healthy lifestyle for humans and other animals. New research shows that even octopuses cycle through…
April 1, 2021April 2, 2021 Ashley Marranzino
Menacing microplastics hamper hermit crab choices
Plastic Pollution

Menacing microplastics hamper hermit crab choices

How can little bits of plastic in the ocean impact a hermit crab's ability to make decisions? Microplastics can be…
June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 Julia Zeh
Are dolphins losing their minds in blooming ocean waters?
Neurobiology

Are dolphins losing their minds in blooming ocean waters?

Polluted water is a great source of food for harmful algal blooms, which release even more toxins into the water.…
August 16, 2019August 19, 2019 Anastasia Yandulskaya
Bold Fish, Shy Fish: What’s in Their Brains?
Neurobiology

Bold Fish, Shy Fish: What’s in Their Brains?

Much like people, some fish individuals are adventurous, while others are more cautious. Do differences in the brain function hold…
July 22, 2019July 23, 2019 Anastasia Yandulskaya
Behavior Biology

The Manta in the Mirror: Are Manta Rays Self-Aware?

Fish are not typically thought of as the most intelligent animals. Yet, new research on manta rays may revolutionize the…
September 28, 2016September 28, 2016 Ashley Marranzino

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