In my opinion, it is a masterpiece of science writing that should be read by anyone seeking to renew or reinforce their sense of wonder of biology. This book is sheer poetry as demonstrated by how Thomas begins the book by comparing the earth to a single cell and by ending with the earth as an organism that breathes, lives and functions like a complex organism. The human corticospinal tract, the pathway from the cerebral cortex to the spinal cord that is important for movement, contains over one million axons. About 50 ml of blood travels through 100 g of brain tissue each minute. The Society for Neuroscience, with more than 28,000 members, is the largest professional organization in the world dedicated to the study of the nervous system.
Some butterflies have ears on their wings.
The facial, glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves all carry information about taste. If there are any special topics that you would like to see on the web site, just let me know.