Secrets of the Eye

Recently in class we watched the documentary, “Secrets of the Mind,” which features scientist V.S. Ramachandran, who is known for his extensive experiments and theories in behavioral neurology. Most popularly known for developing the mirror box, a device created to help amputees who suffer from phantom limb syndrome, Ramachandran also developed theories about blind sight…

Magenta Doesn’t Exist?

Recently in class we learned about the mantis shrimp and its ability to see color like no other animal on the planet. Mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda) are brightly colored crustaceans that live on reefs. They are commonly known among fisherman as “thumb splitters” because of their hammer-like claws which can deliver blows that accelerate as fast…

Rishika Nahata

Hi everyone! My name is Rishika Nahata and I’m from Long Island, New York. I am glad to be at Emory and plan to major in biology and be on the premed track. In my free time, I enjoy dancing, playing tennis, and hanging out with my friends and family. I also love animals and…