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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 03/10/2026

🚨 Win a $100 gift card! 🎉 Take our quick 10-minute survey and share your valuable insights on BrainFacts. Your feedback is crucial to enhancing our website and empowering everyone to understand the brain. Don't miss out! 👉 vist.ly/5kvdu

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 03/10/2026

BrainFacts requests your feedback! Please take a 10-minute survey to help enhance our website and support our mission to empower understanding of the brain. Complete by October 5 to enter a raffle for a chance to win a $100 gift card. vist.ly/5kucp

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 02/10/2026

Share your voice and shape the future of BrainFacts! Complete our survey for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Your insights will empower people to better understand the brain and enhance our mission. Join us in making a difference! vist.ly/5ktpe

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 02/10/2026

We need your feedback! Complete our 10-minute survey to help improve BrainFacts and you could win a $100 gift card in our raffle. Your input matters! vist.ly/5kr6t

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 01/10/2026

Share your voice and shape the future of BrainFacts! Complete our survey by October 2nd for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Your insights will empower people to better understand the brain and enhance our mission. Join us in making a difference! vist.ly/5kphb

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 01/10/2026

Congrats to our 2026 Brain Awareness Video Contest winners! 🎉#BAVC26 🥇 "Glial Cells: The Brain's Hidden Workforce” by Jiya Joshi 🥈 “Feeling Frequencies: How the Nervous System Detects Vibrations” by Zoe Sarafis & Duncan Forester

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 01/10/2026

We need your feedback! Complete our 10-minute survey by October 2nd to help improve BrainFacts and you could win a $100 gift card in our raffle. Your input matters! vist.ly/5kk58

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 30/09/2026

BrainFacts wants your feedback! Please take this five-minute survey to share your experience. Your input will help us improve the website and advance our mission to empower people to understand the brain. vist.ly/5khtg

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 30/09/2026

Do brains operate like a straightforward domino chain? Or more like an unpredictable weather pattern? Nicole Rust discusses how some neuroscientists are considering these questions, challenging how we understand brain function and disorder. #AskaNeuroscientist @nicolecrust.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 28/09/2026

What happens to memory when someone has Alzheimer’s or PTSD? Nicole Rust briefly tells us why these conditions can change the way we remember. #AskaNeuroscientist @nicolecrust.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 24/09/2026

Are short-term and long-term memories kept in the same part of the brain? Nicole Rust explains the difference between these two types of memories and where we stash them. #AskaNeuroscientist @nicolecrust.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 22/09/2026

Meet Nicole Rust, a professor and brain researcher who studies mood and memory at the University of Pennsylvania. 🧠 #AskaNeuroscientist @nicolecrust.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 07/08/2026

Sandrine explains how a Japanese research team’s work examining the relationship between food texture and new neuron growth shaped some of her own research on how chewing gum can influence the brain. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingsioppn.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 30/07/2026

Exercise and diet play a key role in brain health. Sandrine Thuret says studies suggest eating plant-based foods containing polyphenol and crunchy foods, like apples, can support the production of new neurons. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingsioppn.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 28/07/2026

Can adults generate new neurons? Sandrine tells us whether adults can produce new neurons in their brains. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingsioppn.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 22/07/2026

Happy #WorldBrainDay 🧠The activities we do matter: They change our brains. Sandrine shares her favorite brain fact, plus one thing she believes everyone should know about the brain. #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 16/07/2026

Meet Sandrine Thuret, head of the Adult Neurogenesis & Mental Health Laboratory at King’s College London. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingsioppn.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 22/06/2026

Submit your videos to the 2026 Brain Awareness Video Contest! Share your creativity & you could win $4,000 along with a complimentary registration to Neuroscience 2026. Good luck! 🌟vist.ly/58mqt

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 08/06/2026

This brain scan shows a tumor in the brain’s left occipital lobe, seen here in bright blue. Knowing exactly where a tumor is located can help doctors start the proper treatment. 📸Dr. Leon Kaufman. University Of California, San Francisco. National Cancer Institute

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 16/04/2026

Richard Wingate talks about some of the major challenges reporters face when they cover science. He explains why it’s important to make science accessible for everyone. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 14/04/2026

Brain cells are the key to understanding neuroscience! 🧠 Join Richard Wingate as he shares insights from his book, “The Story of the Brain in 10 ½ Cells.” #AskaNeuroscientist @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 10/04/2026

Just like your heart or your muscles, your brain requires maintenance and protection. Hear Richard Wingate talk about why our brains need care just like any other organ. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 09/04/2026

Meet Richard Wingate, a professor of developmental neurobiology at Kings College London and Editor in Chief of BrainFacts. #AskaNeuroscientist @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 02/04/2026

“Your brain is the only brain you have, so we want to protect it,” @srheilbronner.bsky.social shares what she wants us to know about our brains. “But at the same time… we can become very different people than we were.” Hear her full answer & her fun fact about the brain. 🧠 #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 31/03/2026

Why should we break down science for the public? Because science is about our experience, and it should be made available for us all to understand. (Plus, it’s paid for by our tax dollars!) @srheilbronner.bsky.social #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 27/03/2026

In this #AskaNeuroscientist, uncover what Sarah’s work tells us about the default mode network, a network of brain regions that become more active during rest and relaxation. @srheilbronner.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 25/03/2026

What’s one of @srheilbronner.bsky.social surprising discoveries? Advancements in diffusion-weighted MRI are allowing her and other scientists to better predict how brain stimulation will affect an individual’s neural pathways. #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 20/03/2026

How can we see inside the brain? Learn how different magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques are used to build and help us visualize wiring diagrams of the brain. @srheilbronner.bsky.social #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 18/03/2026

Meet Sarah Heilbronner, a neuroanatomist building wiring diagrams to understand the structure of pathways in the brain. 🧠#AskaNeuroscientist @srheilbronner.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 16/03/2026

Happy Brain Awareness Week 🎉 Join us this week as we celebrate the incredible wonders and fascinating quirks of our amazing brains! 🧠✨ #BrainAwarenessWeek #BrainWeek

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 06/03/2026

“There's always experiments that you can do. But what are you trying to discover?” Wilsaan Joiner reminds us why breaking science down for everyone matters in this #AskaNeuroscientist.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 06/03/2026

Wilsaan Joiner describes how a simple experiment on bees’ vision and smell can be important for our environment. As environmental changes alter bees’ senses, they may have trouble finding nectar, hurting their ability to navigate an ecosystem and pollinate. #AskaNeuroscientist

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 06/03/2026

“If we talk about science in our own language, it can get lost.” Wilsaan Joiner reminds us in this #AskaNeuroscientist why simplifying science into everyday language matters. @ucdavis.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 27/02/2026

We may not often think about the vestibular system — but it's key to standing, walking, and knowing where we are in space, Wilsaan Joiner explains. Lose it, and everything else becomes harder.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 27/02/2026

Why is designing prosthetics for kids such a challenge? Wilsaan Joiner breaks it down in this #AskaNeuroscientist — describing a “catch-22.” Devices are expensive and often abandoned, so better ones aren’t built. But his team’s research aims to change that. @ucdavis.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 23/02/2026

Hear neuroscientists answer questions about the field and how the brain works in our new #AskaNeuroscientist series! 🧠 Meet our first scientist: Wilsaan Joiner, a neurobiology professor working to develop better prosthetics for kids who need them. @ucdavis.bsky.social

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 08/10/2025

Submit your vote for #BAVC25 People’s Choice by giving your favorite video a thumbs up! vist.ly/49qig

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 05/10/2025

Today, we celebrate the educators who inspire, empower, and shape the future one lesson at a time. 🎉 To honor you, we’ve gathered some amazing educator resources to help you continue doing what you do best. From lesson plans to resources— it’s all here. 👉 Check them out here: vist.ly/49c8i

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 01/10/2025

Submit your vote for #BAVC25 People’s Choice by giving your favorite video a thumbs up! vist.ly/48utk

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 12/09/2025

Neuroscience questions keeping you up at night? Now's the time to get them resolved! Send your queries our way & we'll work to get your question answered!🧠❓ vist.ly/46k8a

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 05/09/2025

Neuroscience questions keeping you up at night? Now's the time to get them resolved! Send your queries our way & we'll work to get your question answered!🧠❓ vist.ly/45t5p

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 25/08/2025

Got a mind-boggling neuroscience question? Here's your opportunity to find answers! Shoot us your questions and we'll try our best to get it solved! 🧠❓ vist.ly/44h4r

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 06/08/2025

Ready to bring the “Brain Health: It’s SPECtacular” program into your school or community? Linda Gorman walks through how the full SPEC program can be easily integrated into Pre-K through 5th grade classrooms. vist.ly/32gd6

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 04/08/2025

Cognitive function relies on three key elements: attention, memory, and learning. As we take in sensory information, a healthy brain cycles through these processes to create understanding.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 31/07/2025

Why is emotional health essential to brain development, and what happens when kids aren’t taught how to recognize or manage their feelings? Linda Gorman explores the neuroscience behind emotional behaviors and how they shape our ability to cope, connect, and thrive.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 29/07/2025

What role does physical health play in supporting a healthy brain? In this video, Linda Gorman, neuroscientist and Founder of Making Neuroscience Fun, LLC, breaks down how movement, sleep, and nutrition work together to fuel brain development and boost adaptability across the lifespan.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 24/07/2025

What is social health, and why is it crucial for brain development? Neuroscientist and Founder of Making Neuroscience Fun, LLC, Linda Gorman, explores how our relationships, sense of self, and social environment shape the brain's ability to change especially during childhood and adolescence.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 21/07/2025

Discover how teaching young students about their brain health with fun, science-based lessons can set them up for future success.

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BrainFacts @brainfacts.org · 04/07/2025

Far exceeding the capabilities of any camera, the retina processes visual information with its complex neuronal network. Peek at a few of the ganglion cells, which transmit sight to our brain in this photo. #FourthofJuly 📸 In-Jung Kim and Joshua Sanes, Harvard University

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