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This Invasive Vampire Fish Is Helping Researchers Understand the Human Nervous System in Jaw-Dropping Ways

The sea lamprey looks like it’s from another planet, but this ancient creature has a surprising amount in common with humans ...

Q&A: How do humans control their bodies, and what does it mean for Parkinson's disease risk?

How humans move is an open question, according to Mark Latash, distinguished professor of kinesiology at Penn State.