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Comparative Brain Evolution: Mammals, Primates & Humans | Robert Barton | 171
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Season 4Ep. 171
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Episode description
About the guest: Robert Barton, PhD is an evolutionary anthropologist and Professor at Durham University. He studies the evolution of the brain and behavior across species, including humans.
Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Barton discuss: mammalian brain evolution; how brain and body size scale across mammals; how metabolism relates to brain size and function; the evolution of the neocortex & cerebellum in primates & humans; the concept of “intelligence” and whether it relates to brain size; and more.
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