(Disponível em português) Is there an ideal diet? This is a crucial question in terms of human health, but it has proven difficult to answer. Nowadays, diets are still based on empirical know-how, shaped […]
Artificial neural network learns to “unmix” a mixture of odors
Nobody knows how the brain manages to identify individual scents within a mixture of odors. But a new mathematical model may point the way to a solution – and in so doing, to […]
The Science of Why and its impact on children’s learning
It is late-morning and I am busily clearing my countertops in an effort to get ahead in washing the dishes. Various silverware, bowls, cartoon-inspired and portion-divided plates, as well as their rounded and […]
Humans of Science: Scott Rennie and Pooja Viswanathan
Who are today’s scientists? Inspired by the project “Humans of New York”, Ar Magazine turns the spotlight on individual humans of science every month. Names: Scott Rennie and Pooja Viswanathan Labs: Behavioral Neuroscience at the […]
More serotonin, less motivation? It depends on the circumstances
(Disponível em português) A new study in mice shows that increasing serotonin, one of the major mediators of brain communication, affects motivation – but only in certain circumstances. Furthermore, the study revealed that […]
Simple rule explains complex group swimming patterns
(Disponível em português) Watching the smooth movement generated by hundreds of fish as they swim in unison is truly mesmerising. But it’s not only its sheer beauty that makes it so hard to […]
From brouhaha to coordination: motor learning from the neuron’s point of view
(Disponível em português) When starting to learn to play the piano, there is much hesitation and hitting the wrong keys. But with training, the movements of the player become more fluid and accurate. […]
An alternative America – How will the Trump administration impact science?
A mere fortnight had passed since the inauguration of Donald Trump as the President of the United States, a short period that has sent shock waves throughout the world. Whether you are a supporter […]
Creating high-tech devices for the study of the brain
(Disponível em português) At the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, a foursome, ages ranging from 27 to 49, is in charge of designing and producing unique, ultra-precise mechano-electronic devices. Without them, the neuroscientists […]
Humans of Science: Nuno Loureiro
Who are today’s scientists? Inspired by the project “Humans of New York”, Ar Magazine turns the spotlight on individual humans of science every month. Name: Nuno Loureiro Lab @ CCU:Neurobiology of Action Lab Title of PhD project:Operant EEG-based […]