Raising the Bar: Sharks and the brain

What sharks can teach us about our brains

The human cerebellum occupies 10% of brain volume, but has nearly 80% of the nerve cells! What does our cerebellum do? Why does it need so many nerve cells? The answer may lie in the brains of sharks.

Our cerebellum evolved from these cerebellum-like structures in these magnificent beasts, yet sharks can use theirs for amazing things. For example, they can detect weak bioelectric fields from prey whilst distinguishing from their own.

Join Professor John Montgomery as he draws the link between the brains of sharks and the human mind. Read More.