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Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

People with the specific genotype of the Cannabinoid receptor 1 gene may be more prone to cannabis use disorder. Researchers report those with FAAH rs324420 A continue to want more marijuana following use and are more drawn to cannabis-related imagery while under the influence of the drug.... Read More...

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Sleep frees the hippocampus for new memory contents

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

A rapid memory system transition from the hippocampus to the posterior parietal cortex is stabilized as we sleep. Sleep and repeated rehearsal of memory jointly contribute to long-term memory consolidation.... Read More...

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Off with her head! Did Anne Boleyn really try to speak after being beheaded?

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

The common myth that Anne Boleyn tried to speak after her untimely demise at the hands of her executioner may have scientific evidence behind it. Researchers explore how consciousness may remain intact for a period of time after death, and what that may mean for medical sciences.... Read More...

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Brain scans on movie watchers reveal how we judge people

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Using a combination of movie clips and neuroimaging, researchers find people have positive biases to those they feel are more like them, even if they are unable to see the person's face.... Read More...

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Stem cells from hair follicles have potential to repair myelin sheath in mice

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Melanocyte stem cells from human hair follicles that carry CD34 have the ability to turn into glial cells. The CD34+ stem cells can regenerate myelin, both on neurons and in mouse models with a genetic defect that prevents the formation of healthy myelin sheaths. The findings could have positive implications for the treatment of demyelinating diseases, such as Multiple Sclerosis.... Read More...

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Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

For some, insomnia may be caused by failing to neutralize emotional distress. Researchers speculate the sleep disorder could be caused by brain circuits that regulate emotion. ... Read More...

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Comfort food leads to more weight gain during stress

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Exercise activates memory neural networks in older adults

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Being too harsh on yourself could lead to OCD and anxiety

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Drugs to prevent stroke and dementia show promise in early trial

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

The mobile game that can detect Alzheimer’s risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2019

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Exercise activates memory neural networks in older adults

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Acute exercise in older adults has a positive impact on brain regions associated with memory and recall. Older adults who engaged in acute exercise had greater activation in the temporal gyrus, fusiform gyrus and hippocampus, resulting in increased semantic memory activation.... Read More...

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Being too harsh on yourself could lead to OCD and anxiety

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Study finds a correlation between the construct of personal responsibility and an increased risk of developing OCD and generalized anxiety disorder.... Read More...

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Drugs to prevent stroke and dementia show promise in early trial

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Two drugs commonly prescribed to treat heart disease and angina, are well tolerated in stroke patients. Early indications suggest the treatments may help to improve blood vessel function in the arms and brain, and may also improve cognitive skills.... Read More...

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The mobile game that can detect Alzheimer’s risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2019

Sea Hero Quest, a navigation themed cell phone game, is helping researchers to identify those at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Those with a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's perform worse on the spatial navigation tasks in the game, taking more time and less efficient routes to checkpoint goals.... Read More...

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A good night’s sleep may be in sight: New 3D models of melatonin receptors shed light on sleep disorders

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2019

Researchers have created new 3D maps of two melatonin receptors. The models can be used to help develop new treatments that not only improve sleep, but may also treat a variety of other conditions from diabetes to cancer.... Read More...

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Scientists translate brain signals into speech sounds

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2019

A neural decoder is able to use sound representations encoded in human cortical activity to synthesize audible speech. The technology could be used to help those with difficulties speaking to communicate freely.... Read More...

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