A bright pink 3D printed brain. This vital organ inside the head controls our thoughts, behavior and experiences. It also enables trillions of connections between billions of cells.
New exhibition “Hello, Brain!” in London is based on research from the Francis Crick Institute.
Neuroscience has come a long way since the first studies of the brain. But much is still unclear, such as how the brain controls behavior. One of the challenges of studying the brain is access to the organ itself.
Another topic discussed is pregnancy. It is believed that hormones during this period can change the functioning of brain networks.
