Are we really in control of our own actions? The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences will host a discussion on some of the parasites, parasitoids, and pathogens that shape our bodies and manipulate our behavior as part of its Faculty Lecture Series.
“Nice Brain, We’ll Take It! Brain Worms, Body Snatchers, and Puppet Masters”
Faculty Lecture Series | Christopher Blanar, Ph.D., assistant professor
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Alvin Sherman Library | Second Floor Gallery
About the Talk
The idea of losing control of our actions has been the premise of many horror stories. This lecture will examine the stranger-than-fiction truth behind some of the forces affecting the brain.
This event is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Stephen Levitt, LL.M., at (954) 262-8210.