Welcome to “BrainsRule” Brain Games!

What is gray matter?
And, why does gray…matter?
Learn the basics about the brain and nervous system and have fun all at the same time! Brain Games were designed by a research team at The University of Texas School of Health Information Sciences at Houston.

The team, led by Dr. Cynthia Phelps, focuses its research on learning and technology. BrainsRule Games are part of a partner project with the University of Nebraska called the Neuroscience Expositions, a traveling hands-on science fair for kids to learn about neuroscience.

The project is funded by the National Institute for Drug Abuse and aims to improve neuroscience literacy. The more we know about our brains, the better our ability to make healthy, informed choices.

To learn more about the brain and Neuroscience Expositions, visit www.brainsrule.com


Brain Attack Take a virtual tour of the brain and learn about the different types of stroke.	Ecstacy Invaders	Brain-O-Coaster Take a seat on the Brain-o-Coaster and find out how the brain develops.

Neuron Explosion Blow your mind and learn anatomy with this interactive neuron!	Neuron Navigator Take a journey along the path of a growing neuron.	Neuron Laboratory

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Last Minute Turkey and Stuffing Safety Tips

Wash hands, cutting surfaces, utensils—anything that has come in contact with raw turkey—for at least 30 seconds with soap--and scrubbing friction. Rinse well.
Clean each food prep surface and your hands with soap and water (as above) before starting the next recipe.
A stuffed turkey takes anywhere from 18 to 24 minutes per pound to cook thoroughly. Make sure the meat thermometer is inserted in the middle of the bird, and not touching bone or pan. Best placement is in the thigh for dark meat and deep in breast for white.
Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Dark meat should register 180 degrees, white meat, 170 and stuffing, 165 degrees.
Food should not be left out at room temperature longer than two hours.
Leftovers should be stored in shallow containers and refrigerated promptly.
Turkey should be used within 3-4 days. Gravy and stuffing, 1-2.
You can freeze leftovers and use within a few months for flavor retention.