A Brief Primer on Stem Cell Research » First Thoughts | A First …

Posted on August 25, 2010 by drjim

Note from webmaster:  This is a very important article that gives a brief history of stem cell research

In 1999, the General Counsel of the Department of Health and Human Services argued that the wording of the law might permit an interpretation under which human embryonic stem cell research could be funded. If embryos were first …

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Free Online Tools for Tracking Your Goals

Posted on August 25, 2010 by drjim

Written by organizing columnist Mandi Ehman …

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New Category of “News&Views” Here on this Website

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

After much consideration, we have decided to discontinue the separate blog site.  We just do not have time to maintain two websites for drjimcollier.com.  We will leave the link up for awhile but then redirect it right back here.  You will notice a marked increase in the number of news posts on topics we address here on this site.  Let us know what you think.

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Neuroscience of Music – How Music Enchances Learning …

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

Scientists use the term neuroplasticity to describe the brain’s ability to adapt and change as a result of training and experience over the course of a person’s life. The studies covered in the Northwestern review offer a model of …

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Designing Learning Futures » Blog Archive » Neuroplasticity (Brain …

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

I have not read much, but already I am excited about thinking about neuroplasticity from a learning perspective. Neuroplasticity suggests that one’s brain activity is shaped by our environment.

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What Is Self-Directed Neuroplasticity? « Life After Traumatic …

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to reorganize itself to continue doing certain things or to make itself more efficient. After someone sustains a traumatic brain injury (TBI), whether the result of stroke, motor vehicle …

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The New Science of Neuroplasticity

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

The science of neuroplasticity focuses on how the brain can rewire itself to forge new connections and break cycles of negative thinking and acting.

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What is Neuroplasticity? | Brain Fitness for Life

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

For more than four centuries it was a common held belief that our brains only developed during childhood and then grew rigid during adulthood lending false.

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Neuroplasticity, black and white thinking and more ruminations on …

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

Neuroplasticity , black and white thinking and more ruminations on the DSM5: Monday news and blogs. August 2, 2010.

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Counseling Neuroplasticity in Rockford | Logan Counseling

Posted on August 24, 2010 by drjim

Rockford Counseling The next time your local school board proposes a balanced budget achieved through cutting back on musical training, and being on a school board has to be a thankless job, I hope you will direct their attention to the …

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