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Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for Everyone

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Debunking Brain Myths: A Neuroscientist's Journey

This chapter chronicles the journey of a neuroscientist who transitioned from genetics to neuroscience, uncovering widespread misconceptions about brain functionality and development. The speaker discusses key insights gained through their research, including the truth behind the '10% brain use' myth and the real structure of vertebrate brains. Additionally, they explore the relationship between body size and brain size among mammals, challenging common assumptions about brain complexity and evolution.

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