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The Science of Fear
This video discusses the physiological and neurological aspects of fear. It explores how fear is processed in the brain, specifically focusing on the role of the amygdala. The video also touches on the distinction between emotions and...
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How Our Brain Perceives Light and Dark
This video explores the fascinating phenomenon of how our perception of light and dark objects can be influenced by the background they are presented on.
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Unlocking the Mysteries of Dreams
This video explores the fascinating world of dreams, discussing their nature, purpose, and the various theories surrounding them. Explore the vivid experiences during the rapid eye movement stage of sleep and the role dreams play in...
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The Power of Scent
In this video, the importance of scent and its connection to memory and emotion is explored. From the invigorating scent of peppermint to the relaxing aroma of lavender, different scents have various benefits. Additionally, pleasant...
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Exploring Optical Illusions: Tricks of Perception and Perspective
In this video, we explore three fascinating optical illusions that challenge our perception of size, color, and perspective. Test yourself on some these illusions and learn what is really going on.
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The Moon Illusion
The size of the moon is constant, so why does it sometimes seem bigger and sometimes seem smaller? This is called the Moon Illusion. Learn what causes this optical illusion and how to overcome it.
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Trusting Your Gut: The Power of Intuition
This video explores the concept of gut feelings and intuition. It discusses how our subconscious mind gathers information from our surroundings and alerts us through physical sensations or instincts. It emphasizes the importance of...
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The Role of Serotonin in Our Mental Health
Serotonin is a chemical our bodies produce that influences how we sleep, our mood, appetite, and more. Low levels of serotonin can trigger depression. Learn more about serotonin and how it affects us.
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Understanding the Waterfall Illusion
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of visual illusions and how they trick our brains into perceiving movement where there is none. The waterfall illusion, demonstrated through counter rotating spirals, shows how our visual...
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Evolving Brain - Mysteries of the Brain
Using amazing new technologies, evolutionary neuroscientist Melina Hale and her graduate students at the University of Chicago are discovering that the basic movements of one tiny fish can teach us big ideas about how the brain's...
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The Mystery of Phantom Limbs
In this video, we explore the concept of Phantom Limb, where individuals who have lost a limb or organ still experience sensations as if it were still there. Learn how our brains map our bodies and the reasons behind phantom limb syndrome.
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Fascinating Effects of Sleep on Your Brain
In this video, the teacher explains two fascinating things that happen to the brain during sleep. The first is the glymphatic system, which acts as the brain's overnight custodial service, clearing out metabolic waste. The second is the...
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Exploring Size Constancy
This video explores the concept of size constancy and challenges viewers to spot the differences between two photos. It explains how our brain processes visual information and engages different parts of the brain for tasks like analyzing...
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The Science of Disgust
This video explores the fascinating topic of how the brain recognizes and processes disgust. Researchers have discovered that a specific area in the brain called the insula plays a crucial role in recognizing disgust in other people's...
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How Brain Games Improve Cognitive Abilities and Reduce Stress
Many areas of the brain are involved in mental exercises like "Spot the Difference." Try it out for yourself and learn what's going on in your brain.
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Saccadic Eye Masking: How Our Brain Keeps Our Vision Steady and Clear
In this video, we explore the concept of saccadic eye masking, which explains how our brain ensures that we have a steady and clear view despite the rapid movements of our eyes.
Institute of Human Anatomy
Understanding the Endocannabinoid System: How Cannabis Affects the Body
This video provides an overview of the endocannabinoid system, including the different types of receptors and cannabinoids involved. It explains how cannabinoids like THC and CBD can affect various parts of the body, and highlights the...
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The Mueller-Lyer Illusion: Exploring Optical Deception and Perception
Have you ever looked at two lines of the same length and perceived them to be different lengths? If so, you may have experienced the Mueller-Lyer illusion. Learn how the brain and our cultural surroundings shape how we perceive size....
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Understanding the Visually Evoked Auditory Response
In this video, the concept of visually evoked auditory response (VEAR) is explored, which is the phenomenon of hearing sounds in response to visual stimuli. The video presents examples of GIFs and animations that appear to create sounds,...
Professor Dave Explains
No, You're Not Left-Brained or Right-Brained
Everyone has heard of the idea that some of us are "left-brained", meaning more analytical or mathematical in thinking, while some of us are "right-brained", meaning we are more creative or artistic. Here's the thing: It's rubbish! The...
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Anatomy of Pain
In this video, Justin from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses the anatomy pain and shows the various structured associated with its transmission and processing.
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Understanding Phobias
This video discusses the concept of phobias, which are intense and irrational fears of certain objects or situations. It explains that phobias can develop from traumatic experiences and highlights common types of phobias such as animal...
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Practical Data Science using Python - Machine Learning Terminology
This video explains machine learning terminology. This clip is from the chapter "Machine Learning" of the series "Practical Data Science Using Python".This section explains machine learning.
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Building Muscle Memory: The Key to Mastering Skills
In this video, we explore the concept of muscle memory and how it can be consciously built. We learn about the theories of motor learning and the importance of practice and repetition in developing superior performance. The video also...