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Synopsis of “Plants: how we use ’em, and how we don’t lose ’em”
By Julia Turan
Last month, at the usual classy, mood-lighted Geek Bar, Jessica B. Turner, plant researcher and enthusiast reminded listeners not to forget about the plant kingdom. These photosynthesizing organisms are essential to our lives and our planet.
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C2ST Speakeasy: “Genes and Germs: The Battle that Defines Us” with Dr. Sean McConnell
The immune system never ceases to change – it must stay one step ahead of the next disease outbreak or else. When a disease evolves even slightly, our immune system needs to adapt to match this change. As such, we have variation in our immune genes that is vastly out of proportion to the variation in our other genes. Continue reading “C2ST Speakeasy: “Genes and Germs: The Battle that Defines Us” with Dr. Sean McConnell”
Isis vs The US -The Battle of Hypothalami
C2ST Artist in Residence Aaron Freeman compares the neuro-recruiting approaches of the Islamic State and the US military. Which side want to stimulate the production of what hormone. Will the winner be ISIS oxytocin or Pentagon testosterone.
The Neurobiology of The Incredible Hulk
c2st.org Artist in Residence Aaron Freeman considers the neurobiological implications of Dr. Bruce Banner’s sudden inability to articulate once he transforms into the Incredible Hulk.
When Playing Sports is Bad For Your Brain – Dorothy Kozlowski, Jeffrey Mjaanes, and Peggy Mason
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Northwestern Baldwin Auditorium
Brain injuries are in the news a lot these days. The NFL has been involved in a number of lawsuits involving traumatic brain injuries among players. Research suggests that as many as 1 in 3 professional football players could develop symptoms of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy as the result of concussions sustained during their careers. Continue reading “When Playing Sports is Bad For Your Brain – Dorothy Kozlowski, Jeffrey Mjaanes, and Peggy Mason”
