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Brain Evolution Theory Debated by Scientists

Updated 2026-09-18 09:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

New research suggests the human brain evolved from two separate nervous systems that merged over time, challenging existing theories on brain development.

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New Scientist
The front and back parts of our brain come from different progenitor cells in embryos, which suggests they evolved as separate entities
2026-09-18 09:00 UTC
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