neuroscience

Articles exploring neuroscience.

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Neuroscience Perception

Mirror Neurons: What They Actually Do and What They Cannot Explain

Mirror neurons match observed actions to motor representations. Pop science claims they explain empathy, culture, and consciousness.

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Neuroscience Perception

Sleep and Memory: Why Your Brain Requires Offline Processing

Everyone knows sleep matters. Most misunderstand what it does to memory formation.