{"title":"Gregory Berns","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating work of Gregory Berns, an esteemed neuroscientist renowned for his groundbreaking research into the minds of our canine companions. In this captivating collection, Berns combines his extensive knowledge of neuroscience with his passion for dogs to explore the profound connections we share with our furry friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this collection is the acclaimed book \u003cem\u003eHow Dogs Love Us: A Neuroscientist and His Dog Decode the Canine Brain\u003c\/em\u003e. In this compelling narrative, Berns takes readers on an adventure that is both scientific and personal. With engaging storytelling and impressive scientific insight, he delves into the world of dog emotion and cognition, offering readers a unique perspective on how and why dogs operate in ways that so deeply resonate with humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese books cater to those intrigued by the intersection of \u003cem\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/em\u003e with scientific inquiry, as Berns often juxtaposes his personal journey of research with vivid accounts of the methodologies used in his neuroscientific investigations. Whether you are a seasoned dog lover, a curious explorer of human-animal relationships, or simply enthusiastic about the latest developments in neuroscience, Gregory Berns’ work promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of these loyal animals that are so much more than just pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-dogs-love-us-a-neuroscientist-and-his-dog-decode-the-canine-brain-by-gregory-berns-9781922070807","title":"How Dogs Love Us: A Neuroscientist and His Dog Decode the Canine Brain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmory University neuroscientist Gregory Berns had spent decades using imaging technology to study how the human brain works. That changed when he and his family adopted Callie, a shy, skinny terrier mix, who inspired Berns to tackle the question: \u003ci\u003eWhat is my dog thinking?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBerns learned that military working dogs operate calmly in the most challenging environments, leading to a radical notion: Would it be possible to train dogs to hold completely still in an MRI scanner? If so, it might be possible to see how the canine brain actually works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBerns's colleagues dismissed the idea; everyone knew that dogs needed to be restrained or sedated for MRI scans. Berns refused to do either -- instead, he painstakingly trained the dogs to sit still, even though it meant overcoming many administrative, technical, legal, and behavioural hurdles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe initial findings offer tantalising evidence on how dogs empathise with human emotions, how they love us, and why being the 'pack leader' with your dogs, as some experts suggest, is a mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531249242348,"sku":"9781922070807","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9119193482872.jpg?v=1749272813"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gregory-berns.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}