Quick Reads. Deep Knowledge

Changing the way you breathe can have extraordinarily powerful effects

The power of breathing is still little known in the West – but elsewhere, it’s ancient wisdom

Varying our levels of carbon dioxide can unlock visions and alter our consciousness

Extreme breathing techniques can have incredible effects

We can do a lot to improve the shape of our mouths

Slow, shallow breathing yields unexpected health benefits

Breathing in is important – but so is breathing out

The human head has developed in ways that are bad for breathing

It’s far more beneficial to breathe through your nose than your mouth

Breath is the fascinating and unexpected story of the power of breathing

Advances in brain imaging technology are opening or have opened the door to many futuristic-sounding technologies, like controlling computer

To fully emulate human intelligence, robots should have values, emotions and self-awareness

Scientists are working fervently to both decipher and emulate the connections of the human brain

It’s already possible to erase, record and download memories, as well as to artificially boost cognitive capacity

Advances in brain imaging are enabling futuristic technologies like telepathy and telekinesis

Technologies for brain imaging, probing and therapy have greatly advanced

The brain consists of billions of neurons, with specific areas responsible for specific functions

The brain is split into two hemispheres that have their own functions – and even personalities.

The human brain comprises the brains of species that came before us in evolution

The Future of the Mind looks at our current understanding of the human brain, as well as the varied research that is currently being conduct