Hello Brain! exhibition opens at Francis Crick Institute
Explore the intricacies of the mind at the free 'Hello Brain!' exhibition by the Francis Crick Institute, now open in London.
The Crick Institute installs Hello Brain, a new exhibition running throughout 2024, exploring neuroscienctific research from the past to the present day. Fiona Hanson ยฉ Copyright 2024.
Explore the wonders of the brain at the Francis Crick Institute's newest exhibition, Hello Brain!, opening on 2. March 2024. Take a journey through the intricate connections of the brain, known as the 'connectome.' Discover the mysteries behind our thoughts, behaviours, and experiences.
The Crick Institute installs Hello Brain, a new exhibition running throughout 2024, exploring neuroscienctific research from the past to the present day. Fiona Hanson ยฉ Copyright 2024.
The Crick Institute installs Hello Brain, a new exhibition running throughout 2024, exploring neuroscienctific research from the past to the present day. Fiona Hanson ยฉ Copyright 2024.
Visitors are invited to uncover the secrets of the human mind, tracing its development from early stages to modern neuroscience. Gain understanding into the transformative power of sleep, the evolution of perception, and the factors that make each of us unique.
Located amidst London's vibrant neuroscience community, the exhibition offers insights into cutting-edge research at the Crick Institute. Learn about neuron cultivation for 3D brain maps and the study of organoids to understand neurodegeneration.
The Crick Institute installs Hello Brain, a new exhibition running throughout 2024, exploring neuroscienctific research from the past to the present day. Fiona Hanson ยฉ Copyright 2024.
Just a short walk from Kings Cross St Pancras Station, drop by before your train or for a brunch break in Kings Cross. Don't forget to grab a coffee from our cafe to fuel your exploration! Suitable for ages 12 and up, Hello Brain! provides a family-friendly environment with books and toys for everyone to enjoy.
Date: 2 March โ 7 December 2024. Location: Manby Gallery, the Francis Crick Institute, 1 Midland Road, London, NW1 1AT. Price: Free. Website: crick.ac.uk.
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