For the first time ever, neurophysiologists have succeeded in reversibly disabling a connection between two areas in the brains of primates while they were performing cognitive tasks, or while their entire brain activity was being monitored. The disconnection had a negative impact on the motivation of the animals, but not on their learning behavior. The study may eventually lead to more targeted treatments for certain brain disorders.
from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/08/200825110719.htm
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