The Dynamic Duo: Heart and Brain – Unraveling Their Intricate Connection Introduction The human body is a marvel of complexity and coordination, with every organ and system playing a vital role in maintaining our health and well-being. Among the most fascinating and integral components of our body are the heart and the brain. These two…
Understanding the Differences Between the Chest and the Breast Introduction The human body is a complex and intricate masterpiece, consisting of various organs and structures that serve unique functions. One area that often generates curiosity and discussion is the chest, particularly in the context of anatomy and gender. In this blog post, we will delve…
The Sternum: A Crucial Shield for Your Vital Organs The human body is a marvel of engineering, with each component serving a specific purpose to ensure our survival and well-being. One such essential component that often goes unnoticed is the sternum, a flat bone located at the center of the chest. While it may seem…
Exploring the Anatomy, Functions, and Significance of the Femur The human body is a marvel of complexity, with each bone, organ, and tissue playing a crucial role in our daily lives. Among these remarkable structures, the femur stands out as the longest and strongest bone in the human body. In this blog post, we will…
SEEING THOUGHTS [ LOOKING INSIDE ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ] SEEING THOUGHTS MAGNETOENCEPHALOGRAPHY ( MEG ) also relies on magnetism to examine the brain. In this case, it’s the body’s ambient magnetic fields, not those generated by an external machine, that form the basis of brain imaging. These magnetic fields are extremely weak-perhaps only…
FIRST GLIMPSE / A BETTER LOOK / COMPUTERIZED VISIONS [ THE AMAGING BRAIN ] FIRST GLIMPSE The first technology to peer into the brain was the x-ray, invented by Wilhelm Rontgen (1845-1923) in 1895. The German scientist discovered a form of radiation that could penetrate the body; the rays were absorbed by dense bones, which…
OUTSIDE LOOKING IN [ THE AMAGING BRAIN ] Scientists have long Dreamed of Exammmg how the brain works within a living body. The problem, though, was figuring out how to get inside the head without causing injury or even death. Doctors treating wounds from wars and accidents have been able to get glimpses of living…
LOOKING INSIDE [ SEEING THE BRAIN AT WORK ( THE AMAGING BRAIN ) ] ONCE THE brain’s true purpose was ascertained, scientists began finding new ways to observe it and its functions. Starting with noninvasive methods, like IQ tests, they tried to learn more about the living brain and measure how it worked. These intelligence…
ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS & DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ] DIENCEPHALON In the center of the brain, between the cerebrum’s two hemispheres, lies the diencephalon. It consists largely of three important structures : the Thalamus, Hypothalamus, and Epithalamus. The Thalamus acts as a relay for sensory information on its way to the…
ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ] THE FRONTAL LOBE A portion of the frontal lobe of each hemisphere called the precentral gyrus controls the body’s movements. Oddly, each hemisphere moves the opposite side of the body, as if the brain’s wiring some-how became crossed. Hence, the movements of the…