The Ancient "Lizard Brain" Myth Takes a Hit: What This Means for Our Understanding of Cooking and Cuisine The notion that our brains are divided between a rational, logical center and an ancient, instinctual "lizard brain" has been a staple of popular culture for decades.
Recent research from Georgia Tech is turning this idea on its head, suggesting that the evolution of the brain is far more complex and nuanced than previously believed.
The study examined the organization of both biological brains and artificial neural networks and found evidence that evolution may involve allocating a limited amount of brain space among competing wiring strategies.