Game of two halves leads to brain asymmetry

A tug-of-war between the two sides of the brain causes it to become asymmetrical, according to research published today in the journal Neuron. Asymmetry in the brain is thought to be important to enable the two hemispheres to specialise and operate more efficiently.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news151159139.html">Game of two halves leads to brain asymmetry</a></p> <p>A tug-of-war between the two sides of the brain causes it to become asymmetrical, according to research published today in the journal <I>Neuron</I>. Asymmetry in the brain is thought to be important to enable the two hemispheres to specialise and operate more efficiently.</p>