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The great brain debate - Ted Altschuler

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Throughout history, scientists have proposed conflicting ideas on how the brain carries out functions like perception, memory, and movement. Is each of these tasks carried out by a specific area of the brain? Or do multiple areas work together to accomplish them? Ted Altschuler investigates both sides of the debate.

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Meet The Creators

  • Educator Ted Altschuler
  • Director Steve Belfer
  • Artist Carlos Palazio
  • Animator Spencer Levy, Michelle Tessier, James Jacob
  • Script Editor Emma Bryce
  • Narrator Addison Anderson

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