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Reconstructing spoken words as processed in nonhuman primate brains

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2019

Using artificial intelligence and brain-computer interface technology, researchers reconstructed English words from neural signals recorded from the brains of non-human primates.... Read More...

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How a protein in your brain could protect against Alzheimer’s disease

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2019

White blood cells in the brain are regulated by the CD33 protein. CD33 decreases the likelihood that a person will develop Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Deepening our understanding of selfish behavior

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2019

Study identifies distinct neural processes that occur when we make decisions for the benefit of ourselves and of others.... Read More...

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Scientists discover key neural circuit regulating alcohol consumption

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2019

Specific neurons in the central nucleus of the amygdala regulate alcohol consumption.... Read More...

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How humans learned to dance; from the Chimpanzee Conga

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2019

Studying the evolution of human dance, psychologists discovered chimpanzees also perform duo dance-like behaviors similar to a conga line. ... Read More...

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Could some people with schizophrenia in poorer nations simply have a vitamin deficiency?

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2019

An association has been identified between a variant of the NAPRT1 gene, which reduces the body's ability to use Vitamin B3, and schizophrenia. The study reveals there could be a critical interaction between a pregnant woman's prenatal niacin deficiency due to malnutrition and the NAPRT1 variant, which impedes the fetus' ability to use niacin during development. The interaction between the gene and the prenatal environment may predispose the offspring to develop a psychiatric disorder.... Read More...

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The empathy option: The science of how and why we choose to be empathetic

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2019

Is empathy really on the decline, as a recent study suggests? Researchers investigate how and why people chose to be empathetic, or to avoid empathy, in their daily lives.... Read More...

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Hydration may affect cognitive function in some older adults

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2019

Among older women, lower levels of hydration were associated with lower scores on tests designed to measure attention, working memory, and motor speed. Researchers also found over-hydration may have a detrimental effect on cognitive function.... Read More...

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Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2019

Yoga has a positive effect on the structure and function of key brain areas associated with memory. Findings provide evidence that yoga may hold promise in mitigating age-related and neurodegenerative decline.... Read More...

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Your genes aren’t the only factor dictating Alzheimer’s risk

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2019

While genetics may increase your risk of developing dementia, other factors such as lifestyle and environment may play a key role in the development and progression of Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Skipping one night of sleep may leave insomniacs twice as impaired

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2019

Chronic insomniacs who pull an all-nighter perform twice as bad on reaction time tests as normal sleepers who forgo a night's sleep.... Read More...

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Rave new world: Scientists pry apart party drug’s therapeutic, addictive qualities

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2019

Researchers have distinguished two different molecular pathways responsible for addiction and the prosocial feelings generated by MDMA. The findings could lead to novel treatments for psychiatric disorders marked by withdrawal and social awkwardness.... Read More...

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Reconstructing spoken words as processed in nonhuman primate brains

Scientists discover key neural circuit regulating alcohol consumption

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Reconstructing spoken words as processed in nonhuman primate brains

How a protein in your brain could protect against Alzheimer’s disease

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Hydration may affect cognitive function in some older adults

Your genes aren’t the only factor dictating Alzheimer’s risk

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Could some people with schizophrenia in poorer nations simply have a vitamin deficiency?

Neuroscience News

Reconstructing spoken words as processed in nonhuman primate brains

How a protein in your brain could protect against Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists discover key neural circuit regulating alcohol consumption

How humans learned to dance; from the Chimpanzee Conga

Could some people with schizophrenia in poorer nations simply have a vitamin deficiency?

Hydration may affect cognitive function in some older adults

Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain

Your genes aren’t the only factor dictating Alzheimer’s risk

Skipping one night of sleep may leave insomniacs twice as impaired

Rave new world: Scientists pry apart party drug’s therapeutic, addictive qualities

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