Articles for tag: brain

Annette Uy

Brain Activity

The Boltzmann Brain Hypothesis: Could the Universe Be a Cosmic Hallucination?

Imagine waking up one day in a world that feels eerily familiar and yet, unsettlingly artificial. This mind-bending scenario is at the heart of the Boltzmann Brain hypothesis—a concept that challenges our foundational understanding of reality itself. The question it poses is both simple and profound: Could everything we perceive as the universe be an ...

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Beyond the Brain: Is Consciousness a Fundamental Force?

Consciousness is central to human experience, shaping everything we perceive and understand. Yet, its nature remains one of science’s greatest mysteries. In a recent video, author and science communicator Annaka Harris explores fundamental questions about consciousness, challenging traditional assumptions and offering new ways to think about awareness and perception. This article provides an overview of ...

How Scientists Brought a Pig’s Brain Back to Life Hours After Death

How Scientists Brought a Pig’s Brain Back to Life Hours After Death

In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, researchers have effectively revived a pig’s brain hours after its death. This extraordinary feat challenges long-held beliefs about the finality of brain death and opens new avenues for understanding and potentially treating various neurological conditions. Imagine a brain, silent and still for hours, suddenly showing signs of activity; it’s akin ...