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The Sleeping Brain

In this episode, we explore the role of sleep for memory. We welcome back Svenja Brodt, who will talk about what different sleep phases contribute, the role of dreams, an

Mar 23

The Science of Remembering

In this episode, we dive into one of the brain’s most fascinating abilities: remembering. We’re joined by Svenja Brodt; she will explain how the brain stores memories and

Feb 16
30 min

Inside the Thinking Brain

In this episode of Signals & Synapses, we take a deep dive into cognitive neuroscience. Join Romy Lorenz as she explores the science behind thinking, deciding, and unders

Nov 17 2025
30 min

MRI (Almost) Without Magnets: Ultra-Low Field Imaging

In this episode of Signals & Synapses, we explore ultra-low-field MRI and how meaningful brain images can be made with almost no magnetic field. Join Kai Buckenmaier as h

Oct 20 2025
30 min

Tuned In: The Rhythms of the Brain

What exactly are brain oscillations, and why do we need them? In this episode, co-host Chiara Zanonato sits down with neuroscientist Pascal Fries to explore how these rhy

Apr 14 2025
30 min

The Clocks Within Our Brains

How does the brain keep time? From anticipating a green light to following a song’s rhythm, our brains rely on internal clocks. In this episode, co-host Theresa Horn talk

Mar 10 2025
31 min

Illuminating the Zebrafish Mind

Zebrafish larvae are so transparent that you can see their brains—and you can even watch individual neurons light up in real time. Neuroscientists Jennifer Li and Drew Ro

Feb 10 2025
31 min