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Consciousness in a…Cockroach?

Authors :
Fox, Douglas
Source :
Discover. Jan2007, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p66-70. 4p.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article reports that scientists are postulating the existence of consciousness in cockroaches. 35 years of research has led Nicholas Strausfeld to call insect brains "the most sophisticated...on the planet." Bruno van Sinderen has found clues that indicate a higher level of cognitive functions in insects.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02747529
Volume :
28
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Discover
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
23779524