Help Wanted: Brain Scientist
October 16, 2012
The brain controls just about everything we do, think, and feel. It coordinates all of the body’s physical functions—like standing, walking, and breathing—as well as our memory, emotions, and behaviors. Read More »
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Medical Marijuana: It's Complicated
March 27, 2012
Doesn’t the term “medical marijuana” sound like an oxymoron? Medicine is the science and art of healing, while marijuana is an illegal drug that affects your brain and body. How can marijuana be considered medicine? Read More »
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Brain Awareness Week: How NIDA Contributes to Brain Research
March 13, 2012
It’s that time again here at the Sara Bellum Blog: Brain Awareness Week, sponsored by our friends at the Dana Foundation. Read More »
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Meet Dr. Nora Volkow, Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse
July 13, 2011
First, a quiz. What doesn’t belong in this list? a) World History b) Running c) Dark Chocolate d) Brain Science Read More »
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Science For Starters: A Conversation with Dr. Ruben Baler, Ph.D.
March 25, 2011
Ruben Baler, Ph.D., is not your typical neuroscientist. Baler has studied in his native country Argentina, the U.S., and Israel. He is fluent in three languages. Read More »
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