DISCOVERY
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Taking the first census of cells in a primate brain
In a nutshell: Using a newly developed method, researchers have produced a more accurate record of the number and location of cells in the brain. Read more
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Expanding your mind
In a nutshell: Areas of the brain that have evolved to be much bigger in humans than in other primates act as communication hubs. Read more
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A newly discovered pathway in the brain helps us recognise fearful expressions
In a nutshell: Researchers have found a brain pathway that quickly transmits visual information, helping to settle a debate about its existence in humans. Read more