#025 - ¿Son los asesinos en serie la clave para entender cómo funciona nuestro cerebro?

In 'Dexter by Design', Dexter Morgan is on his honeymoon in Paris but soon finds himself back in Miami investigating a gruesome crime scene. Meanwhile, his sister Deborah struggles with her knowledge of his secret life as a vigilante serial killer. The novel explores themes of morality and the human condition through Dexter's unique perspective.

This book surveys the history of humankind from the Stone Age to the 21st century, focusing on Homo sapiens. It divides human history into four major parts: the Cognitive Revolution, the Agricultural Revolution, the Unification of Humankind, and the Scientific Revolution. Harari argues that Homo sapiens dominate the world due to their unique ability to cooperate in large numbers through beliefs in imagined realities such as gods, nations, money, and human rights. The book also examines the impact of human activities on the global ecosystem and speculates on the future of humanity, including the potential for genetic engineering and non-organic life.

In 'Catching Fire: How Cooking Made Us Human,' Richard Wrangham presents a revolutionary theory that cooking was the key factor in human evolution. He argues that the shift from raw to cooked foods led to significant physiological changes, including a smaller digestive tract and larger brain. Cooking also influenced social structures, such as pair bonding, marriage, and the sexual division of labor. The book draws on evidence from various disciplines, including anthropology, biology, and nutritional science, to support Wrangham's hypothesis that cooking was essential for the emergence of Homo erectus and the development of modern humans.

Suzana Herculano-Houzel's "The Human Advantage" offers a groundbreaking perspective on human brain evolution. The book challenges traditional assumptions about brain size and intelligence, emphasizing the crucial role of neuron count. Herculano-Houzel meticulously details her research on brain cell numbers across various species, revealing surprising findings that reshape our understanding of human cognitive capabilities. The book explores the energetic constraints on brain development and the impact of cooking on human evolution. Ultimately, "The Human Advantage" provides a compelling narrative of human exceptionalism grounded in scientific data and innovative research methods.