Sentences with phrase «biological bodies and their brains»

Now we just have to hope that robots deem it nice to keep those humans around with their weak biological bodies and their brains that are about a trillion trillion times less powerful than theirs.

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Part of the evidence supporting this belief comes from neuroscience and pediatrics, where recent research shows that harsh or unstable environments can create biological changes in the growing brains and bodies of infants and children.

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Over the past 15 years, the GFP gene has enabled scientists to watch a plethora of previously murky biological processes in action: how nerve cells develop in the brain, how insulin - producing beta cells form in the pancreas of an embryo, how proteins are transported within cells, and how cancer cells metastasize through the body.

We have created a profound new paradigm for the brain — and not just the disabled brain — to enact its will without the limitations of the biological machinery that we call a body.

The study identified five genes predictive of feeding success representing a range of biological systems: sensory integration (NPHP4, PLXNA1); hypothalamic regulation, a region of the brain that plays a key role in hunger signaling (NPY2R); facial development (WNT3, a gene associated with lip and palate development); and energy expenditure (AMPK, a regulator of whole body energy balance).

Much has been uncovered about its role in the brain and nervous system, but few scientists considered how sNGF levels in people's saliva might be related to the behavioral and biological components of the body's stress response.

Researchers hypothesize that too much cortisol can have toxic effects on parts of the brain that are important for cognitive functioning, and too little might hinder the body's ability to recruit the biological resources necessary for optimal cognitive functioning.»

Hot on the heels of discovering a protective form of immune response to spinal cord injury, researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have pinpointed the biological trigger for that response — a vital step toward being able to harness the body's defenses to improve treatment for spine injuries, brain trauma, Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions.

In addition to effects on the brain, Brody's research with the SAAF participants has found they have lower levels of stress hormones circulating in their bodies, they have lower levels of inflammation, and they are less likely to show biological markers of premature aging.

As the body's chemical messengers, hormones play a critical role in regulating biological processes including metabolism, reproduction, and brain development.

In findings that one day may help people sleep better, scientists have uncovered the first molecular evidence that two anciently conserved proteins in the brains of insects and mammals share a common biological ancestry as regulators of body temperature rhythms crucial to metabolism and sleep.

«The Singularity,» he writes, «will allow us to transcend these limitations of our biological brains and bodies.»

Paul Sawchenko uses cell biological and genetic approaches in rodent models to study how stress - responsive systems are organized at a molecular level within the body and particularly within the brain.

But the brain scans revealed a complicated interaction between two basic biological processes: the body's central «circadian rhythm,» which pushes people to be awake and active during daylight, and wind down when it gets dark; and «homeostatic sleep drive,» which pressures people to go to bed when they've been awake too long.

The participants went through a series of biological, physiological and cognitive tests prior to the program began so as to establish their body composition, cognitive functions, brain oxygenation while exercising, cardiovascular risk and maximal aerobic ability.

Magnesium is a very important nutrient because it supports so many biological functions in the body — including liver detoxification, hormone regulation, nerve function, muscle relaxation and the proper constriction and dilation of our blood vessels, including those supplying the brain.

Research at the University of California also shows that just 12 minutes of yogic meditation (particularly if it includes chanting) reduces biological stress responses that trigger inflammation in the body and brain.

Because basic biological functions (brain, heart, liver) are all satisfied, the body has a surplus of energy for peripheral circulation, hair growth, nails, skin, higher pulse rate, youth hormone formation, and personality.

Our bodies, brains, and biological clocks expect bright light during the day, and meeting those expectations has been shown to improve sleep (as well as alertness and productivity during the day), even if the light is artificial.

He describes these physiological changes as part of a «subconscious biological memory» and says knowledge of them represents a major breakthrough: «Now we have a scientific understanding of the biology of adversity — how these bad experiences get into your body, under your skin, and into your brain.»»

It turns out that our bodies and brains are much more complex than was believed and we have a repertoire of stress responses each with its own biological profile.

Several candidate mechanisms of CRCI have been proposed, including inflammation and cytokine dysregulation, chemotherapy - induced epigenetic changes, blood — brain barrier disruption, hormone deficiencies, oxidative DNA damage and shortened telomere length, and genetic susceptibility.21 — 26 However, the heterogeneity and design limitations within the emerging body of evidence have led to recommendations for harmonising study methodologies and moving towards multisite, longitudinal research.3 27 Such approaches would support the demonstration of robust relationships between measurable biological processes and cognitive outcomes.

The biological addict is someone who has conditioned their body to receive endorphins and enkephalines (brain chemicals) primarily through pairing and reinforcing a fantasy state with the ejaculation or orgasm that sends these chemicals to the brain.

Jan focuses on mind and body, helping people find a natural way to combat anxiety, depression and other challenges by finding ways to have a healthier biological brain.