Thomas Willis (1621-1675) : Neurologist, Chemist, Physician

“Willis is not only credited to be the founder of neurology, but he is also seen as the father of comparative neuroanatomy, as his work, in particular Cerebri anatome and De anima brutorum, compare the human brain with that of other species in ‘search for specific human abilities in cognitive functions’ (Molnár, p. 334).”

https://stjohnscollegelibraryoxford.org/2024/05/13/thomas-willis-1621-1675-neurologist-chemist-physician/

#History #Science #STEM #HistSci #Anatomy #Neurology #Neuroanatomy #EarlyModern #C17th #17thCentury #Histodon #Histodons @science @earlymodern @histodon @histodons

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Op-ed: What we know about toxic chemicals and children’s mental health

"Evidence suggests chemical exposures are altering children’s brains. We need to tackle this interconnected crisis. "

".. a growing body of evidence connecting increased exposure to chemicals in the environment, such as lead, PFAS and BPA, to increased child mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression."

#Psychology #Neurology #Pollution
https://www.ehn.org/chemicals-children-mental-health-2666894968.html

What we know about toxic chemicals and children’s mental health

^{Ashley James (EHN)}

"If you take it for granted that nobody can listen in on your innermost thoughts, I regret to inform you that your brain may not be private much longer. Luckily, the brain is lawyering up." Colorado passed legislation to prevent companies from selling your brainwaves. But is it enough to stop the likes of Meta and Apple?

Story by Sigal Samuel re: #neurorights #neurotech #neuroethics #neuroscience #neurology #neurotechnology #ethics #technology

https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/24078512/brain-tech-privacy-rights-neurorights-colorado-yuste