The case of the fear-free brain
U. IOWA (US) — Spiders, snakes, and slasher flicks—even public speaking—failed to arouse feelings of terror in a woman whose amygdala was destroyed. She simply was unable to be afraid. Continue…
Friday, December 17, 2010 17:49 - 3 Comments
Health & Medicine - Apr 13, 2010 17:28 - 1 Comment
Lost memories leave emotional afterglow
U. IOWA (US)—The feelings associated with an experience linger even after memories fade, according to a recent study of patients with amnesia. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Jan 13, 2010 17:38 - 0 Comments
Stirring up question of PCBs
U. IOWA—The Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal is contaminated with polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and scientists are unsure whether planned dredging in the next few years will help or hurt the situation. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 9, 2009 12:45 - 1 Comment
Another pathway to your heart(beat)
U. IOWA (US)—A recent study suggests the inner sense of our pounding heart—known as interoceptive awareness—relies on two independent pathways, contrary to what had been asserted by prominent researchers. (more…)
