Schizophrenia’s Genetic Architecture Revealed Researchers say they are closer to developing effective treatments for schizophrenia after uncovering dozens of sites across the human genome which are strongly associated with a genetic disposition to schizophrenia.
The Dopamine Transporter Researchers present findings on how changes in dopamine signaling and transporter functions are linked to neurological and psychiatric diseases.
Study Links Enzyme to Autistic Behaviors A new study links enzyme MMP-9 to autistic behaviors associated with Fragile X.
Same Genes Drive Maths and Reading Ability Researchers leading a new study into the genetic basis of cognitive traits say around half the genes which influence how well a child reads also play a role in their math abilities.
Virtual Finger Enables Scientists to Navigate and Analyze 3D Images of Complex Biological Structures Researchers pioneer a new way to digitally navigate 3D images of synapses and neurons.
Brain Activity in Sex Addiction Mirrors That of Drug Addiction A new neuroimaging study finds pornography triggers brain activity of sex addicts much the same way as drugs trigger the brains of drug addicts.
Study Sheds New Light on Second Language Learning in Adulthood New research identifies the neural mechanisms underlying the learning of a second language in adulthood.
Virtual Humans Inspire Patients to Open Up A new study reports patients are more open to disclosing personal information with a virtual human than a real one.
Understanding Consciousness A new paper advocates for more scientific research on the subject of consciousness.
Scientists Shed New Light on Nerve Cell Growth A new study reports that a particular protein play a more sophisticated role in neuron development than previously thought.
Cooling Treatment Improves Survival Without Brain Damage in Later Childhood Researchers report cooling babies suffering from perinatal asphyxia can significantly improved chances of survival without brain damage later in childhood.
Working to Loosen the Grip of Severe Mental Illness The underlying architecture of the brain at rest is basically the same as that of a person performing a variety of tasks, a new study reports.
Uninterrupted Playtime between Siblings Is Key for Learning One key to learning is uninterrupted playtime between siblings, a new study reports.
People with Bipolar Disorder are Bigger Risk Takers Researchers find circuits involved in pursuing rewarding experiences are more strongly activated in bipolar patients.
