{"title":"Timothy Verstynen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Timothy Verstynen collection - a captivating exploration into the fascinating interface between neuroscience and pop culture. Timothy Verstynen, a renowned cognitive neuroscientist, is celebrated for his ability to weave complex scientific ideas into engaging narratives, making the subject accessible and intriguing for readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his works, \u003cem\u003eDo Zombies Dream of Undead Sheep?\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as an imaginative journey through the workings of the brain. Co-authored with Bradley Voytek, this book delves into the neuroscience of fictional zombies, using humour and popular culture to shed light on real-life brain functions. It's a refreshing take on science and nature, merging detailed research with playful curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Verstynen's books, you'll find a delightful blend of education and entertainment. His works not only challenge the way we think about the brain but also inspire a deeper appreciation for the complexities of neuroscience. Whether you're a seasoned science enthusiast or a novice eager to learn more, Timothy Verstynen's collection offers an enriching reading experience that promises to both inform and entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"do-zombies-dream-of-undead-sheep-by-bradley-voytek-9780691173153","title":"Do Zombies Dream of Undead Sheep?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if you've never seen a zombie movie or television show, you could identify an undead ghoul if you saw one. With their endless wandering, lumbering gait, insatiable hunger, antisocial behaviour, and apparently memory-less existence, zombies are the walking nightmares of our deepest fears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do these characteristic behaviours reveal about the inner workings of the zombie mind? Could we diagnose zombism as a neurological condition by studying their behaviour?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eDo Zombies Dream of Undead Sheep?\u003c\/em\u003e, neuroscientists and zombie enthusiasts Timothy Verstynen and Bradley Voytek apply their neuro-know-how to dissect the puzzle of what has happened to the zombie brain to make the undead act differently than their human prey. Combining tongue-in-cheek analysis with modern neuroscientific principles, Verstynen and Voytek show how zombism can be understood in terms of current knowledge regarding how the brain works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn each chapter, the authors draw on zombie popular culture and identify a characteristic zombie behaviour that can be explained using neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and brain-behaviour relationships. Through this exploration, they shed light on fundamental neuroscientific questions such as: How does the brain function during sleeping and waking? What neural systems control movement? What is the nature of sensory perception?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWalking an ingenious line between seriousness and satire, \u003cem\u003eDo Zombies Dream of Undead Sheep?\u003c\/em\u003e leverages the popularity of zombie culture in order to give readers a solid foundation in neuroscience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854461227244,"sku":"9780691173153","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780691173153.jpg?v=1759243022"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/timothy-verstynen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}