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Brain Matters

Brain Matters Neuroscience

Brain Matters the Podcast is an exciting way for anyone to learn about the fascinating world of neuroscience directly from the researchers who have dedicated their lives to uncovering the mysteries of the brain. Our mission is to make neuroscience accessible, relatable, and intriguing while still respecting the integrity of the science we love.
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Top 10 Brain Matters Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Brain Matters episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Brain Matters for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Brain Matters episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Brain Matters - Glial Cells with Dr. Dwight Bergles
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03/03/14 • 53 min

On this episode, Anthony and Dr. Dwight Bergles talk about the diverse functions of glia in the nervous system.

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Brain Matters - Topographic Visual Maps with Dr. Alyssa Brewer
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12/02/13 • 31 min

On this episode of BRAIN MATTERS, Matt and Dr. Alyssa Brewer talk about her research in visual neuroscience and her unique path to becoming a scientist.

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Brain Matters - Fear Memories with Dr. Marie Monfils
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10/21/13 • 30 min

On this episode of Brain Matters, we discuss fear memories with Dr. Marie Monfils (Associate Professor, University of Texas at Austin). We answer questions about how fear memories are created and if these memories can be changed once they are formed. Dr. Monfils also discusses how she began studying fear and how she approaches the scientific process.

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Brain Matters - What Can You Remember? with Dr. Anthony Wagner
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09/22/14 • 40 min

Anthony sat down with Dr. Anthony Wagner (Professor, Stanford University) and talked about memory. Wagner is a cognitive neuroscientist studying memory in humans using techniques like functional MRI imaging. What does our brain look like when it forgets something? How do we make inferences? And can we detect a real memory from a false memory?

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Brain Matters - Decisions in the Brain with Dr. Nao Uchida
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08/20/14 • 38 min

Anthony and Dr. Nao Uchida (Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Harvard University) talk about how we can understand decision-making by looking at animals making decisions while we record from neurons in their brain.

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Brain Matters - Decaying Memories with Dr. Paul Frankland
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01/21/15 • 40 min

On this episode of Brain Matters, Anthony talks about memories with Dr. Paul Frankland (Principal Investigator, Neurobiology Laboratory at The Hospital for Sick Children). How do the details of memories become lost forever? And why is it that your first memory falls so late in life?

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Is stress good or bad? Do the negative impacts of a stressful life outweigh the benefits of the adaptive physiological response? Matt and Dr. David Morilak (Professor of Pharmacology, UT Health Science Center, San Antonio) talk about what defines a stress response and why we have them to begin with. We also find out if stress researchers have the secret to beating anxiety.

Thanks to Audible for supporting Brain Matters efforts in science outreach and education. Get a free audiobook of your choice at audiblepodcast.com/brainmatters.

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On this episode of Brain Matters, Anthony talked with Dr. Ben Strowbridge (Professor of Neuroscience, Case Western Reserve University). Ben and his lab study neurons in the hippocampus and the olfactory bulb and are trying to understand how they come together to make functional modules.

Don't forget to particpate in our Review Challenge! Review us, send a screenshot to [email protected], and we will respond with a personalized video! Thanks again, you wonderful listeners.

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On this episode of Brain Matters, Anthony and Dr. Chris Ahern talk about exciting new research with ion channels. They also chat about Chris's interesting path into science and what it's really like to tackle some of the most interesting questions in neuroscience!

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Brain Matters - Navigation and Orientation with Dr. David Dickman
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10/21/14 • 43 min

Anthony and Dr. David Dickman (Professor of Neuroscience, Baylor College of Medicine; Neuroscience Program Director, Rice University) talked about neuroscience in the skies from navigation in pigeons to orientation in monkeys. And some of those monkeys were in space! David also offers some encouragement for those interested in pursuing a career in science.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Brain Matters have?

Brain Matters currently has 53 episodes available.

What topics does Brain Matters cover?

The podcast is about Neuroscience, Natural Sciences, Podcasts, Education, Brain, Science and Biology.

What is the most popular episode on Brain Matters?

The episode title 'Being Romantic and Practical with Dr. Richard Tsien' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Brain Matters?

The average episode length on Brain Matters is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Brain Matters released?

Episodes of Brain Matters are typically released every 22 days.

When was the first episode of Brain Matters?

The first episode of Brain Matters was released on Oct 21, 2013.

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