Nervous System
Latest about nervous system
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Women Worry More than Men
By Rachael Rettner published
Women are more likely to say they often feel worried, nervous or anxious.
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How Many Senses Do Humans Have?
By Ben Mauk published
Humans possess a host of senses less obvious than the five you know.
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How Does the 'Date Rape' Drug Work?
By Jeanna Bryner published
The date rape drug grabbed headlines when it was linked to a toy made in China.
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The Dish: Helper Brain Cells Grown in Lab
By Jennifer Welsh published
These brain cells act as body guards for neurons.
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Itch and Pain Have a Wasabi Connection
By Wynne Parry published
Wasabi-sensitive nerves can also make us itch.
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Brainless Jellyfish Navigates with Specialized Eyes
By Wynne Parry published
One of multiple sets of eyes allows a box jellyfish to look up and stay safe in its mangrove home.
Brain Scientists Discover a Tiny Traffic Cop
By Amanda Chan published
Future research on this protein could help find drugs for Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.
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Body of Sea Urchin is One Big Eye
By Charles Q. Choi published
Sea urchins may use the whole surface of their bodies as eyes, scientists now suggest.
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