Research on Stress Hormone Effects on the Brain Reveals Unexpected Findings Neuroscience NewsSeptember 23, 2016 New findings suggest common concepts cited in textbooks may need to be adjusted. FeaturedNeuroscience6 min read
Older Adults With Long Term Alcohol Dependence Lose Neurocognitive Function Neuroscience NewsSeptember 23, 2016 A new study reports continued heavy drinking in older people is associated with poor global cognitive and motor functions. FeaturedPsychology4 min read
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Raises Glutamate Levels Neuroscience NewsSeptember 19, 2016 Researchers measure changes in brain metabolism during tDCS. FeaturedNeuroscience5 min read
Math Difficulties May Reflect Problems in a Critical Learning System in the Brain Neuroscience NewsSeptember 15, 2016 Researchers have developed a new theory of how developmental math disability occurs. FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles5 min read
Lift the Flap Books May Hinder Kids From Learning New Words Neuroscience NewsSeptember 14, 2016 Lift the flap of textured books designed to educate toddlers may hinder their ability to learn new words, a new study reports. FeaturedPsychology3 min read
Video Games Can Have Lasting Impact on Learning Neuroscience NewsSeptember 12, 2016 According to researchers, a new computer based brain training program helps improve a child's performance in math and reading. FeaturedPsychology4 min read
Watch and Learn: Brain Cells That Help Us Learn by Watching Identified Neuroscience NewsSeptember 8, 2016 Researchers report they have identified individual neurons in the brain that support observational learning. FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles6 min read
Model Maps Out Molecular Roots of Learning and Memory Formation Neuroscience NewsSeptember 7, 2016 Researchers have built a mathematical model that describes the molecular events associated with the beginning stage of learning and memory formation in the human brain. FeaturedNeuroscience6 min read
Researchers Identify Method For Creating Long Lasting Memories Neuroscience NewsSeptember 7, 2016 Findings have implications for learning methods and memory consolidation. FeaturedNeuroscience7 min read
Learning Foreign Languages Can Sharpen Our Brains Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2016 According to researchers, learning a new language may help improve brain plasticity and information encoding. FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles4 min read
Machines Can Learn By Simply Observing Neuroscience NewsAugust 31, 2016 Researchers report it is now possible for machines to learn how artificial and natural systems work by simply observing them. Artificial IntelligenceFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles6 min read
Shedding New Light on Calcium’s Role in Memory and Learning Neuroscience NewsAugust 26, 2016 A new study reports on how calcium in mitochondria can impact brain development and adult cognition. FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles4 min read
