The Neuroscience of Mind Wandering
Whether it is in the classroom, in the office, or even at the dinner table, it's common for our minds to wander from the current setting. But why do we let our minds get away from the task at hand? In...
10 Jul 202311min
Neuroscience Bites- A Professor's Rant
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss what its like to be a professor.
10 Jul 20233min
Q & A with a Neuroscientist
How does imposter syndrome affect your brain? Is there a limit to how much you can learn? In today's episode, we do a rapid-fire Q&A session using questions listeners have asked recently.
6 Jul 202312min
Neuroscience Bites-The Matrix
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind a popular film called the Matrix.
3 Jul 20234min
The Neuroscience of Being Scared to Fly
For a lot of us, flying is not a comfortable experience. However, even after the lineups, the expensive goods, and dealing with delays and cancellations, some people are still anxious about the flight...
30 Jun 202313min
Neuroscience Bites-Walking Outside
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind why walking outside is better for your brain than walking inside or not at all.
26 Jun 20234min
The Neuroscience of Advertising
Virtually every form of modern media comes with some degree of advertising attached. From commercials on TV to product promotions on social media, we are constantly told what to buy. But how does this...
20 Jun 202315min
Neuroscience Bites-Why the Doctor Hits Your Knee with a Hammer
In today's neuroscience bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind the patellar tendon tap, a common test used by doctors.
19 Jun 20234min
