Neuroscience Posts - Page 1657 of 2174

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·November 2, 2016·3 min read

Brain Volume Predicts Successful Weight Loss in Elderly People

A non invasive brain scan may help doctors predict who will be successful in their weight loss efforts, a new study reports.

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·November 2, 2016·4 min read

Mapping the Neurological Processes of Learning and Deciding

Researchers have mapped the neurological processes behind how new information can influence a person to change their mind, providing new insight into the mechanisms of learning.

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·November 2, 2016·5 min read

Mouse Mutants May Shed Light on the Mysteries of Sleep

A new study could be the first step to understanding the biochemistry that controls the switch from sleep to wakefulness, researchers believe.

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·November 2, 2016·6 min read

Earlier Alzheimer’s Diagnosis May Be Possible With New Imaging Compound

Researchers have developed a new imaging compound that can detect amyloid clumps more effectively than compounds currently in use.

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·November 2, 2016·4 min read

Sleep Deprivation May Cause People to Eat More Calories

Researchers report sleep deprivation may cause people to consume more calories the following day.

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·November 2, 2016·4 min read

Connection Between Brain Inflammation and CTE Identified

A new study reports neuroinflammation could have a direct involvement in the development of CTE.

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·November 1, 2016·7 min read

Combined Training May Prevent Falls Associated With Parkinson’s and Other Disorders

According to a new study, combining virtual reality with treadmill training could help prevent dangerous falls associated with Parkinson's disease.

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·November 1, 2016·4 min read

Scientists Prove How Genetics Change Behavior by Studying Worms’ Foraging Strategies

A new study provides evidence that population density changes how individuals act.

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·November 1, 2016·3 min read

How Ballot Design Impacts Voter Behavior

Researchers report the design of voting interfaces can have a significant impact on voter behavior.

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·November 1, 2016·4 min read

Structural Deficits May Explain Mood-Independent Cognitive Difficulties in Bipolar Disorder

Researchers discover a link between reduced functional activation and reduced cortical thickness in the brains of patients with bipolar disorder.

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·November 1, 2016·4 min read

Psychotropic Medications Could Cut Risk of Violent Reoffending

A new study reports prescribing violent offenders psychotropic drugs following release from prison decreases the risk of the reoffending.

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·November 1, 2016·4 min read

New iPS-Cell Model System Helps Develop Treatments for Spinocerebellar Ataxia

Researchers have succeeded in creating a new model system that can be used to develop drug therapies for genetic disorders like spinocerebellar ataxia type 6.