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Brains and Seahorses in Pursuit of Memory Article by Steve Ramirez (0)
The brain is a remarkably complex jungle of neurons. Its underlying neurobiological computations have made possible the whole of human civilization - from the stone tools of Homo habilis to that ineffable phenomenon we call culture. Every day, neuroscientists take on the tall order of revealing the neural principles that govern the cognitive processes underlying [...]
Tips ’n Tricks for a Successful Undergraduate Research Experience Article by Nikhil Madhusudhan (2)
As a scientist or engineer, undergraduate research is a critical component of your college education. Research not only provides you with practical scientific experience, but it also develops your problem-solving skills. Whatever path you choose after graduation, it is safe to say that undergraduate research can be a springboard for an exciting and fulfilling career. [...]
Identifying Resonant Objects With Acoustics Article by Ian Leatherman (0)
One method of identifying objects in acoustics is through the use of Sound Navigation and Ranging (SONAR), which is the transmission and reception of acoustic signals. In detecting objects with sonar, the first step is to send a sound transmission of varying frequencies through a transducer. The sonar transducer is a device that emits a [...]
