FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 1, 2022·4 min readWhy Ketamine Is a Speedster AntidepressantKetamine's rapid action as an antidepressant is a result of increasing the activity of a small number of newborn neurons, which are part of ongoing neurogenesis in the brain.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 31, 2022·6 min readWhen Should I Schedule My Exercise?Women looking to reduce belly fat and blood pressure should exercise in the morning. Men who exercise in the evening showed improvements in metabolic and heart health, and improved overall emotional wellbeing.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·May 31, 2022·4 min readThis Illusion, New to Science, Is Strong Enough to Trick Our ReflexesThe highly dynamic, new "expanding hole" optical illusion can be perceived by 86% of people. The illusion is so good at deceiving the brain, it causes pupillary dilation as though we are walking into a darkened room.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscience·May 31, 2022·3 min readNerve Stimulation Promotes Resolution of InflammationElectrical stimulation of the vagus nerve promotes healing in those with acute inflammation by shifting the balance between inflammatory and anti-inflammatory molecules.Read More