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How a good night’s sleep could help prevent Alzheimer’s
We’ve all heard the phrase “sleep is important,” but many of us still don’t get our recommended 7 to 9 hours per night — whether…
Exploring the dynamics of Earth with Dr. Steven Goodbred
Dr. Steven Goodbred is a professor at Vanderbilt University whose research focuses on how landscapes evolve over time, particularly in river deltas and coastal regions.…
The prefrontal cortex: The late bloomer of the brain
The prefrontal cortex, responsible for planning, impulse control, and social behavior, is famously the last part of the brain to fully mature. According to research…