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A Hole In The Head: More Tales In The History Of Neuroscience (Mit Press)
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Essays On Great Figures And Important Issues, Advances And Blind Alleysfrom Trepanation To The Discovery Of Grandmother Cellsin The History Of Brain Sciences.Neuroscientist Charles Gross Has Been Interested In The History Of His Field Since His Days As An Undergraduate. A Hole In The Head Is The Second Collection Of Essays In Which He Illuminates The Study Of The Brain With Fascinating Episodes From The Past. This Volume'S Tales Range From The History Of Trepanation (Drilling A Hole In The Skull) To Neurosurgery As Painted By Hieronymus Bosch To The Discovery That Bats Navigate Using Echolocation.The Emphasis Is On Blind Alleys And Errors As Well As Triumphs And Discoveries, With Ancient Practices Connected To Recent Developments And Controversies. Gross First Reaches Back Into The Beginnings Of Neuroscience, Then Takes Up The Interaction Of Art And Neuroscience, Exploring, Among Other Things, Rembrandt'S Anatomy Lesson Paintings, And Finally, Examines Discoveries By Scientists Whose Work Was Scorned In Their Own Time But Proven Correct In Later Eras.
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'A Hole in the Head'? A: The book covers various topics in the history of neuroscience, including trepanation, the discovery of grandmother cells, and significant figures and events in brain science.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Hole in the Head' is Charles G. Gross, a neuroscientist with a deep interest in the history of neuroscience.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'A Hole in the Head'? A: The book was published on January 13, 2012.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Hole in the Head' have? A: The book has a total of 368 pages.
- Q: Is 'A Hole in the Head' suitable for beginners in neuroscience? A: Yes, the essays are written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for both beginners and those with a background in neuroscience.
- Q: What is the main focus of the essays in this book? A: The essays focus on both the successes and failures in the history of neuroscience, highlighting errors and blind alleys alongside important discoveries.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: The book primarily consists of essays and may not contain illustrations, but it discusses historical artworks related to neuroscience.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the first edition of 'A Hole in the Head'.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic papers? A: Yes, the essays provide valuable insights and historical context that can be useful for academic research in neuroscience.