
Ep. 7: Holiday Science Break
The Stem Cell Podcast
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Innate Fears: The Snake Phobia Connection
This chapter explores the biological basis of humans' innate fear of snakes, focusing on research that highlights the role of pulvinar neurons in this fear response. The discussion is enriched with personal anecdotes and insights from a recent stem cell research conference, reflecting on public perceptions of herpetophobia.
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