FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 16, 2024·2 min readStress May Boost Helping Behavior When Witnessing InjusticeA new study finds that acute stress experienced while witnessing injustice can make people more likely to help victims rather than punish offenders. This shift in behavior is linked to increased activity in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC), a brain region involved in decision-making. The findings suggest that helping others may be a more intuitive response than punishing them, especially under stress.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 16, 2024·5 min readHigh BMI Linked to Weak Smell-Eating Circuit in BrainA new study reveals a novel brain circuit linking the sense of smell and eating behavior. The weaker the connection between these regions, the higher a person's Body Mass Index (BMI).Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 15, 2024·6 min readHow Gossip Shapes CooperationA new study explores how gossip influences cooperation and behavior. Researchers found that gossip helps maintain social order by spreading information about reputations, which encourages cooperative behavior.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·4 min readCNTN4 Protein’s Role in Autism and Alzheimer’s UnveiledA new study reveals the crucial role of the protein Contactin-4 (CNTN4) in neuron development, impacting both neurodevelopmental disorders and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers found that CNTN4, linked to autism, interacts with the Alzheimer-related protein APP, affecting neuron growth in the brain's cortex.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·8 min readNeuromorphic AI Powers Efficient, Autonomous Drone FlightResearchers developed a drone that flies autonomously using neuromorphic image processing, mimicking animal brains. This method significantly improves data processing speed and energy efficiency compared to traditional GPUs. The study highlights the potential for tiny, agile drones for various applications.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·3 min readHow Repetition Solidifies MemoryA new study reveals that repetitive practice not only improves skills but also induces significant changes in the brain's memory pathways. The research shows how training mice to recall odor sequences led to stable memory representations in the secondary motor cortex.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·5 min readNew Hormone Discovery Explains MonogamyResearchers found that a hormone-producing cell in the adrenal glands may explain why oldfield mice are monogamous while their close relatives are promiscuous. This hormone, 20⍺-OHP, boosts nurturing behavior, suggesting a link to monogamy.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 15, 2024·4 min readMediterranean Diet May Lower Anxiety and StressThe Mediterranean diet can reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety in older adults. The study, involving 294 Australians aged 60+, found significant mental health benefits from consuming fruits, nuts, legumes, and minimizing sugar-sweetened drinks.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·5 min readResilience to Dementia: Having Alzheimer’s Pathology with No SymptomsA new study found that some individuals show no Alzheimer's symptoms despite having the disease's brain processes. This "resilient" group has unique molecular and cellular characteristics, including higher antioxidant production by astrocytes and less active microglia pathways.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·3 min readExercise Can Slow Brain Aging Cognitive DeclineA new study shows that exercise can reverse aging effects in the brain. Researchers found that physical activity alters gene expression in microglia, making them resemble those of younger brains.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2024·4 min readDopamine Disruption Linked to AutismA new study reveals that disrupted dopamine signaling during neural development is linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers found significant correlations between dopamine pathways and neural development in humans and zebrafish models.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 14, 2024·5 min readSleep Apnea During REM Linked to Memory DeclineSleep apnea events during REM sleep are linked to verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease. The research highlights the importance of focusing on sleep-stage-specific apnea severity for accurate diagnosis and treatment.Read More