The bold and thrilling quest to finally understand the brain—and along with it our mental afflictions, from depression to autism—by a rising star in neuroscience
Sebastian Seung, a dynamic young professor at MIT, is at the forefront of a revolution in neuroscience. He believes that our identity lies not in our genes, but in the connections between our brain cells—our own particular wiring. Seung and a dedicated group of researchers are leading the effort to map these connections, neuron by neuron, synapse by synapse. It is a monumental effort—the scientific equivalent of climbing Mount Everest—but if they succeed, they will uncover the basis of personality, identity, intelligence, memory, and perhaps disorders such as autism and schizophrenia. Seung explains how this new map of a human “connectome” might even enable us to “upload” our brains into a computer, making us effectively immortal.
Connectome is a mind-bending adventure story, told with great passion and authority. It presents a daring scientific and technological vision for at last understanding what makes us who we are, both as individuals and as a species. Find out more here, http://bit.ly/yEBoyq Non-Fiction
http://freepeoplesearchengines.weebly.com presents Free People Search Engines - Are They Any Good? Get information on Zabasearch, Skipease and Social Networking sites. Find out how to use these sites and if they are any good.
Francis Ford Coppola Presents, 2nd Annual Rosso & Bianco Theater Movie Contest. Submission deadline Sept. 1, 2008 Please Visit: http://www.rossobianco.com/theater Enter to win priceless prizes, including a dedicated and signed script by Francis Ford Coppola of your choice from the collection of films he has made. Francis Ford Coppola and Eleanor Coppola will be amongst a select panel of judges who will award the top 4 1 minute movies that best feature Wines for Everyday Life, Rosso & Bianco wines.Francis Ford Coppola Presents, 2nd Annual Rosso & Bianco Theater Movie Contest.
Capitalizing on the recent zombie craze, singer/songwriter Barry Keenan released a deliciously ridiculous music video poking fun at the zombie apocalypse trope for his single \
G-Star's Metropolitan Explorer inspired NY RAW Autumn/Winter 2011 collection was shown at New York Fashion Week this evening. The characteristic modern 3D denim approach and craftsmanship of the specialist denim brand were combined with elegant fabrics from1920's city life, fused with outdoor utilities in a dark color palette including raw indigo, hunting green and utility grey.
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Every Wednesday on Fuse is a Hip Hop Invasion!
The brightest stars in the Hip Hop universe from Jay-Z to Lil' Wayne are taking over with Concerts, Documentaries, Music Videos and Interviews.
It's a full-scale Hip Hop Invasion. Every Wed. starting at 7pm/6c
This week, catch BEEF @ 8pm/7c featuring Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, Proof, Young Jeezy
The timeless beauty and colors found in nature are celebrated in PANDORA’s new Spring/Summer 2012 collection, which began arriving at U.S. retailers in April. The new collection, entitled “Floral Nostalgia,” features more than 100 new jewelry pieces that combine classic feminine details with contemporary designs and includes hand-finished rings, charms, pendants, earrings and watches.
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The toy mice and yarn markets were down sharply overnight on news that Friskies� is releasing a new series of web-based games designed for cats to play on iPad� and Android� tablet devices.
The Friskies brand is proud to be the first cat brand to launch iPad and Android games specifically made with cats and their sensory needs in mind.
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