If the planarian worm’s head is cut off it can regenerate a new one Scientists have found this new head contains memories from the old one This suggests memories are stored in another part of the body By Victoria Woollaston… Read More ›
Nervous system
Reversing Paralysis with a Restorative Gel
Monday, May 13, 2013 TAU researchers develop implant to regenerate nerves Some parts of the body, like the liver, can regenerate themselves after damage. But others, such as our nervous system, are considered either irreparable or slow to recover, leaving… Read More ›
50th Health Research Report 17 FEB 2009 – Reconstruction
Editors Top Five: 1. US researchers find traces of toxic mercury in high-fructose corn syrup 2. Arginine discovery could help fight human obesity 3. Even natural perfumes may cause allergies 4. Vigorous Exercise May Help Prevent Vision… Read More ›
Understanding the brain by controlling behavior
Contact: Peter Reuell preuell@fas.harvard.edu 617-496-8070 Harvard University Using precisely-targeted lasers, researchers manipulate neurons in worms’ brains and take control of their behavior In the quest to understand how the brain turns sensory input into behavior, Harvard scientists have crossed a… Read More ›
Engineering Evil 