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“If you give somebody a lot of questions to answer and then they walk by a bowl of candy, they are more likely to grab the candy because they're tired out from answering questions and can't resist.”

Quote by Edward Boyden

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Edward Boyden is a renowned neuroscientist born on August 18, 1979. He has made significant contributions to the field of neuroscience, particularly in the areas of optogenetics and neural circuit engineering. Professor Boyden holds a faculty position at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is dedicated to exploring how the brain works and how to enhance brain function through technological means. more

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