FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 30, 2018·6 min readIs Being a Nigh Owl Bad For Your Health?According to researchers, being a night owl puts you at increased risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. One reasons why, researchers report, is those who stay away later at night have unhealthier eating patterns and diets.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 14, 2018·4 min readCan’t Exercise? Taking a Hot Bath Improves Inflammation and MetabolismFor those who find it difficult to exercise, taking a hot bath can help improve inflammation and glucose levels, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 8, 2018·4 min readConnection Between Intestinal Bacteria and Diabetes DevelopmentA new method for studying the mircobiome has allowed researchers to identify a connection between metabolism in gut bacteria and the development of diabetes.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 6, 2018·5 min readArtificial Intelligence Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Before DiagnosisA new convolutional neural network uses PET brain scans to detect biological signs of Alzheimer's disease years before the symptoms appear, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 29, 2018·4 min readMaking Mice Lose Weight by Imitating Effects From Cold and NicotineBy stimulating cold and nicotine receptors, researchers successfully improved metabolism in mice, helping them to lose weight. Further studies will investigate whether the same results can be achieved in humans.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 1, 2018·6 min readCancer Hijacks the Microbiome to Glut Itself on GlucoseResearchers report leukemia undercuts the normal ability of cells to consume glucose, leaving more glucose available to help feed the growth of cancer cells.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 25, 2018·4 min readLink Between Hunger and Mood IdentifiedResearchers report a sudden drop in glucose when we are hungry can negatively impact our mood.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 5, 2018·3 min readLosing Just Six Hours of Sleep Increases Diabetes RiskAfter just one sleep deprived night, the ability of the liver to produce glucose and insulin is altered, increasing the risk of developing metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 2, 2018·4 min readBile Acids Reduce Cocaine RewardUsing mouse models, researchers found bile diversion surgery reduced cocaine induced increases in dopamine release and cocaine related behaviors. Researchers believe bariatric surgery or the consumption of a synthetic bile drug may help curb cocaine addiction in humans.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 7, 2018·4 min readGot the ‘Drunchies’? How Heavy Drinking Affects DietResearchers examine typical eating habits after a night of drinking.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 19, 2018·3 min readSugar Improves Memory in Over 60s, Study SuggestsIncreasing blood sugar levels in those over 60 helps improve memory and performance, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·July 2, 2018·3 min readUnraveling Genetic Risk Factors for Alzheimer’sResearchers say promoting conversion of glucose into brain energy could reduce risk factors and delay disease onset for those who carry Alzheimer's associated genes.Read More