Scientists are attempting to create a synthetic brain by reverse-engineering the mammalian brain down to the molecular level. A cellular human brain is predicted possible by 2023. It hopes to shed light on consciousness.
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Every time you sneeze some of your brain cells die.
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Scientists say that a 'zombie apocalypse' is actually possible based on the recent discovery of certain brain parasites. But as of now, these parasites only affect bugs.
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Caffeine boosts memory.
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After age 30, the brain shrinks a quarter of a percent (0.25%) in mass each year.
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On average, there's 300 billion neurons in the octopus brain.
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The adult human brain weighs about 3 pounds (1,300-1,400 g).
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The human brain is more active during sleep than during the day.
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