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Science news articles cover neuroscience, neurology, psychology, AI, mental health, robotics, neurotechnology and cognitive sciences.

Cell Death Protein Silently Ages Your Blood

Researchers have discovered that the "cell death" protein MLKL actually causes blood stem cells to age by damaging their mitochondria. Deactivating this pathway could lead to new therapies to keep our immune systems young.

Designing Implants that Don’t Scar the Brain

Can brain implants restore sight? Researchers have mapped how the brain reacts to neural probes, finding that flexible polyimide is the key to long-term biocompatibility.

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High-Dose Folic Acid Slashes Birth Defect Risks

Women on antiseizure medication can reduce their child's risk of birth defects by 45%, but only if they start high-dose folic acid before getting pregnant.

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Stressed Out? Diverse Gut Bacteria Might Be to Blame

High gut microbial diversity is associated with stronger, more flexible stress responses in humans, highlighting the role of bacterial metabolites like butyrate and propionate.

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Why Men and Women Process Mental Risk Differently

A high-resolution study of 30 adult brains reveals over 3,000 genes with sex-biased expression. These findings link molecular sex differences to the prevalence of disorders like ADHD and Alzheimer's.

Neurology News Articles

Neurology news articles cover neurology, brain cancer, traumatic brain injuries, neurosurgery, neuroanatomy, brain research and neurological disorders.

The Brain Circuitry of Placebo Pain Relief

Researchers have pinpointed the brain's "placebo circuit." By training the brain to release its own endorphins in the vlPAG region, they achieved broad-spectrum pain relief without the need for addictive drugs.

The Loneliness Paradox: Memory Deficits Without Accelerated Decline

Does loneliness cause dementia? A new study shows that while lonely seniors have poorer memory at the start, their cognitive decline follows the same trajectory as non-lonely peers.

Blood Test Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Before Scans

A blood test for pTau217 can predict Alzheimer's pathology and cognitive decline years before brain scans show abnormalities.

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Nasal Spray Reverses Brain Aging and Inflammation

A new two-dose nasal spray reverses brain aging by delivering microRNAs directly to the brain. The therapy reduces "neuroinflammation" and restores memory within weeks.

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Treating Hearing Loss Could Halt Dementia

Middle ear conditions like perforated eardrums and cholesteatoma double the risk of dementia. However, surgery or hearing aids can significantly reduce this risk.

AI News Articles

AI news articles cover science articles about artificial intelligence including ChatGPT, Bard, Dalle, neural networks, machine learning, LLMs, AGI and other AI related topics.

Shallow Brain Hypothesis: Subcortical Shortcuts Could Revolutionize AI

What is the Shallow Brain Hypothesis? A new study shows how subcortical pathways can make AI models more flexible and biologically accurate.

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Teens Struggle to Break Up with Their AI Chatbots

A new study finds that teens are developing behavioral addictions to AI chatbots like Character.AI. Researchers call for new design frameworks to prevent unhealthy attachments and protect young users.

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The AI Brain That Gets Smarter by Shrinking

A new brain-inspired AI framework mimics human development by "pruning" redundant connections as it learns. The model becomes more compact and energy-efficient while mastering increasingly complex perception and motor tasks.

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Biomimetic Power: The AI “Brain” Keeping Renewable Grids Stable

A new study introduces AI-based "neural network" controllers that stabilize renewable energy grids. By mimicking human brain processing, the AI reduces the need for physical sensors and improves grid resilience.

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AI Reveals Loneliness and Insomnia as Risks for Diabetes

A 17-year study using AI "digital twins" reveals that loneliness, insomnia, and poor mental health raise Type 2 diabetes risk by 78% when combined. The model suggests mental health is a stronger predictor than diet.

Psychology News Articles

Science research articles cover psychology, depression, mental health, schizophrenia, mental disorders, happiness, stress, PTSD, autism, psychiatry and therapy.

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Is Social Media Addiction a Clinical Reality?

Following a $6M lawsuit against Meta and Google, researchers argue that while social media impacts brain rewards, it lacks the formal APA criteria to be classified as a clinical addiction.

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Forensic Linguists Map the Language of Corruption

Forensic linguists have decoded the Enron "trust playbook." Using the world's largest collection of criminal recordings, researchers identified five specific tactics used to manipulate collaborators into committing fraud.

Right-to-Left Brain Circuit Essential for Navigation

Researchers have discovered a neural circuit connecting the right and left hippocampus that is vital for spatial memory. The study also links the disruption of this "bridge" to schizophrenia-related cognitive deficits.

Brain’s Emotion Center Redefines Hazardous Drinking

A reactive amygdala predicts heavy drinking in young men via depressive symptoms, but actually protects young women by fostering "threat avoidance."

Boredom Paradox: Dull Small Talk is Actually Better Than You Think

We consistently underestimate how much we’ll enjoy "boring" conversations. Researchers found that engagement, not the topic, is what actually drives social satisfaction.