Curiosity Weekly
Comatose Consciousness, Glowing Frogs, Race Car Blinks
Sep 22, 2023
Discover the hidden consciousness in comatose patients with brain injuries. Explore the eerie secret glowing language of frogs. Uncover the mysterious blinking patterns of race car drivers. Learn about the strategic importance of blinking and its role in sports.
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- Comatose patients can have hidden consciousness with intact cognitive functions but impaired motor abilities, aiding in their diagnosis and treatment.
- Many species of frogs exhibit bio-fluorescence, which may be a form of communication for mating or deterring predators, opening up new research possibilities in this area.
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Hidden Consciousness in Comatose Patients
Researchers at Columbia University have discovered hidden consciousness in patients who are in a comatose state. Using a technique called bi-clustering analysis, they found that these patients have brain structures related to arousal and command comprehension, but damaged regions responsible for motor output. This knowledge can aid in diagnosing and treating patients with hidden consciousness.
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