How Hangovers Work

I thought this article at Howstuffworks was appropriate just after the all day drinking fest that is St. Patrick's Day for many. According to the article, a hangover from a heavy night (and/or day) of drinking is mainly due to dehydration. The dehydration process begins with a chemical reaction in the brain; specifically the pituitary …

Neuroscience Blogs of Note, Part 2

I will follow up MC's recent post with a brief review of three other neuroscience-related blogs that are worth mentioning as we begin Neurevolution. Brain Waves (http://brainwaves.corante.com/) is a self-labeled "neurotechnology" blog. Written by Zack Lynch, it is a real-world look at the effects and benefits derived from neuroscience research with regards to society, culture …