Building the Brain: From Simplicity to Complexity
May 5, 2010 by biotechconnection.com · Leave a Comment
What are the mechanisms by which neurons differentiate to achieve the spectacular complexity of the brain? Join UCSD’s Nick Spitzer as he explains what we know about this process. Series: “Grey Matters” [3/2005] [Science] [Show ID: 9268]
Brain Mind and Behavior: Defining the Mind
May 5, 2010 by biotechconnection.com · 9 Comments
Take a look into our current understanding of the function of the human brain and some of the important diseases that cause nervous system dysfunction. On this edition, Dr. Sophia Vinogradov of the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center explores the mixing of visual perception, emotion, and memory and the interplay of the different functions [...]
MDTV: Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease
May 4, 2010 by biotechconnection.com · 7 Comments
Dr. Dee Silver explains the innovative technique of deep brain stimulation as a treatment for certain candidates suffering from Parkinson’s Disease. Series: “MDTV (Medical Doctor Television) ” [7/2006] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 11828]
The Origin of the Human Mind: Brain Imaging and Evolution
May 3, 2010 by biotechconnection.com · 25 Comments
UCSD cognitive scientist Martin Sereno takes you on a captivating exploration of the brain’s structure and function as revealed through investigations with new advanced imaging techniques and understandings of evolution. Series: “Grey Matters” [12/2005] [Science] [Show ID: 11186]
How Your Brain Can Turn Anxiety into Calmness
May 1, 2010 by biotechconnection.com · 11 Comments
Physician, author, speaker, researcher, and consultant Martin L. Rossman, MD, discusses how to use the power of the healing mind to reduce stress and anxiety, relieve pain, change lifestyle habits, and live with more wellness. Series: UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public [3/2010] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 17631]