What is it that distinguishes humans from other mammals? The answer to this question lies in the neocortex -- the part of the brain responsible for sensory perceptions, conscious thought and language.
Humans have a considerably larger neocortex than other mammals, making it an ideal subject for the research of higher cognition.
Scientists now reveal new insights into the mysteries of neocortex organization and function.
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