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    Diogenes of Babylon posted an update 4 years, 11 months ago

    Researchers force two mice to hang out and induce FOMO in a third

    Synchronized activity between brains seems to be the key to socializing.

    https://arstechnica.com/science/2021/05/researchers-force-two-mice-to-hang-out-and-induce-fomo-in-a-third/

    • Profile picture of FiatLux
      FiatLux replied 4 years, 11 months ago

      Interesting research. Just as interesting (to me) is how the article tops it off with a dollop of propaganda:

      “The Rogers Research Group’s home page is subtitled ‘science that brings solutions to society.’ The lab has developed wearable wireless devices that seamlessly track vital signs of neonates in the NICU, record electrical activity in the brain, and detect and monitor symptoms of COVID-19. . . . [Because society will be much better off when we’re all walking around with brain and disease monitors.]
      So before you let your mind go to dark places–about brainwashing and goose-stepping . . . just remember that Dr. Rogers is using his powers for good. Also, this work was done in genetically engineered mice.”

      Awww… leaves you with that warm and fuzzy feeling! Excuse me while I grab some GMO corn chips and throw a lump of lab-grown meat on the stove.

      • Profile picture of Scarmoge
        Scarmoge replied 4 years, 11 months ago

        In relation to possible connections here see Mirror Neurons. … and of course we have to remember that to a mouse FOMO might simply mean “food pellet”. 🙂