All For Nothing

The emotional impact of cyborg technology on the human brain 10 years ago  “My dream is to become the greatest ice skater in the world no matter the opportunity cost!” I shouted with a toothy grin, completely dedicated and determined to reach my goal. The people surrounding me stared with a great deal of concern …

The Awaited Dissection

Exploring MVHS FPPN and MVHS Neuroscience’s annual sheep brain dissection club collaboration

Double Minded

The discovery of the REM stage of sleep as a girl navigates her way through two different worlds. “I didn’t do it! I didn’t do it!” Layla exclaimed. Her best friend in college had accused Layla of telling her darkest secret to their entire friend group. Layla felt as if her life was going to …

Chasing Humanity

Exploring the development of a neural net powered by nanobots that can help treat depressive episodes in humans.

The Expenses of Depression

Exploring the ethics of new brain implant technology. By Dahlia Schilling and Kalyani Puthenpurayil Recently, the University of California San Francisco conducted a study on whether brain implants can help treat severe and treatment-resistant depression. The experiment has only been conducted on one patient thus far but results look promising and the scientists are looking …

Smile

The effects of eating disorders and the power of self-love

Thank You, Jeanette

Bill has had a small chip in his brain for as long as he can remember. Her name is Jeanette, his friend, his only friend. The only person he has ever needed. Her presence is his constant. She is a part of him, to an extent that even he doesn’t understand. By Arnav Rathee The …

Give Lucid Dreaming a Try

The science behind lucid dreaming and its positive impacts on metacognition and mental health

Memories: Remember the Neurons That Make It So

Exploring long-term memory storage

The psychology behind the holiday shopping frenzy

The science behind impulsive shopping and decision-making By Charlotte Chui and Brenna Chen With the chilly weather and holiday festivities, it’s becoming apparent that the holidays are fast approaching. For some, it may be welcomed as an eager respite from the strenuous school year, while for others, it may be cherished as a time for …