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The science of de- and re-humanization

The science of de- and re-humanization

Why do groups of people inflict violence on unarmed neighbors? (Germany, Rwanda, Darfur, Nanking....). Here's the neuroscience point of view.

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James Holmes’ Brain: Some Initial Speculations

James Holmes’ Brain: Some Initial Speculations

In the wake of the Aurora movie theater shooting, many people had the same questions: What kind of derangement is indicated by the horrific acts of James Holmes? What is wrong with his brain? How will his mental state play out in the courts?

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After school shootings: Why mental illness matters

After school shootings: Why mental illness matters

School shootings spark debate ranging from gun control to bulletproof windows. But the most fruitful approach may be to prioritize our discussion of mental illness.

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The Brain and the Law

The Brain and the Law

Interested in the intersection of the brain and the legal system? Watch a talk I delivered at the Royal Society for the Arts in London, entitled "The Brain and the Law".

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Time to End the War on Drugs?

Time to End the War on Drugs?

To liberalise or prohibit?  I joined Eliot Spitzer, Julian Assange, Vicente Fox, Russell Brand, Richard Branson and several others for an online debate.

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Breivik's Brain

Breivik's Brain

What could explain Anders Breivik's shooting attack in Oslo, Norway? While this was being debated from the angles of politics, religion, and sociology, I wanted to ask this from the viewpoint of neurobiology.

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From the Blog

  • BrainCheck
    BrainCheck

    How can you collect data reflecting the changes in cognitive function that appear when someone has a concussion? BrainCheck combines neuroscience with a mobile platform to gauge changes from baseline.

  • The Brain and the Now
    The Brain and the Now

    I recently spoke at the Long Now Foundation's 20th anniversary event.

  • Why public dissemination of science matters
    Why public dissemination of science matters

    Communicating science to the public can take time away from a busy research career. So why should scientists do it? I offer a manifesto of six reasons in the Journal of Neuroscience. 

  • Q & A in New Scientist magazine
    Q & A in New Scientist magazine

    Read a Q&A with David in New Scientist to find out his ideas and advice to young scientists.

In other news...

Guggenheim Fellowship

David has been named a John Simon Guggenheim Fellow. He will use the fellowship opportunity to pursue the genetics and neuroimaging of synesthesia.

 

BrainCheck: A Simple Way to Track Brain Health

Interested in seeing your brain health data?  Eagleman's BrainCheck has quick tests you can take anywhere to assess brain function. Sign up for free.

Science Educator Award

David has won the Science Educator Award from the Society of Neuroscience.

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