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Mapping the Brain at High Resolution

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

Researchers report a newly developed 3D imaging technique can reveal, more quickly and in greater detail, how neurons connect throughout the brain.... Read More...

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Surprising Role of the Cerebellum in Reward and Social Behaviors

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

Researchers reveal the role the cerebellum plays in helping to control the brain's reward system. The researchers identified a direct connection from the cerebellum to the ventral tegmental area. The study may shed new light on neural networks associated with social dysfunction.... Read More...

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Wearable Sensor Could Detect Hidden Anxiety and Depression in Young Children

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

Researchers combine a newly developed wearable motion sensor with deep learning technology to distinguish between children with anxiety or depression, and those without.... Read More...

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Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

A new study reports experiencing vital exhaustion, a symptom of psychological distress, during mid life may be associated with a higher risk of developing dementia later in life.... Read More...

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Wired for Obesity: Genes Involved in Development Can Affect Body Weight

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

Study reveals people with obesity have more mutations in semaphorin signaling in the hypothalamus, implying semaphorins may be critical for maintaining a healthy body weight.... Read More...

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Epigenetics Contributes to Male and Female Differences in Fear Memories

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

A new mouse study reveals males recall fearful memories better than females. Researchers attribute the difference to the gene Cdk5, which has previously been implicated in creating fear memories and stress behaviors. The study reports Cdk5 is naturally activated in males, but not females.... Read More...

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Fever Alters Immune Cells So They Can Better Reach Infections

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

Differences Among Neurons that Coincide with Psychiatric Conditions

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

Neurofeedback Helps Control Learning Success

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

How Manganese Produces a Parkinsonian Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

Difficulties with Audiovisual Processing Contributes to Childhood Dyslexia

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

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Difficulties with Audiovisual Processing Contributes to Childhood Dyslexia

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

A new neuroimaging study reveals tasks that require audiovisual processing are extremely difficult for children with dyslexia. The findings could lead to new tests that help identify the disorder before children fall behind their peers.... Read More...

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Schizophrenia Linked to Genetic Structural Abnormalities in Adolescent Brain

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2019

Researchers report a genetic mutation that causes structural abnormalities in the adolescent brain may predict an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life.... Read More...

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Green Tea Steeped in Bottled Water Increases Antioxidants

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 15, 2019

Researchers report a boost in healthy antioxidants for green tea brewed with bottled, as opposed to tap, water.... Read More...

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New Way By Which the Brain Marks Time Identified

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 15, 2019

A new neuroimaging study helped researchers capture the processes by which the brain stores information related to when events happen. The findings could help further the understanding of age related dementia. ... Read More...

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The Sleeping Brain Remains Attentive to Its Environment

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 15, 2019

Researchers demonstrate our brains can track sounds within the environment as we sleep. The study suggests this ability could allow us to sleep in safety and wake at the correct moment. ... Read More...

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B-Group Vitamins Can Improve Concentration In People With First Episode Psychosis

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 15, 2019

A new study reports vitamins B12, B6 and folic acid can help improve concentration in people experiencing their first episode of psychosis. ... Read More...

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