FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·October 31, 2016·4 min readFRET-FLIM Optimization Shows Activity of Two Signaling Molecules in Single Dendritic SpineResearchers have develop a new molecular tag which allows for visualization of two signaling proteins' activity in a single dendritic spine in real time.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 31, 2016·5 min readBalancing Time and Space in the BrainA new model provides a much richer understanding of how activity is coordinated between neurons in neural circuits, researchers claim.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 31, 2016·3 min readUnderstanding Mind-Wandering Could Shed Light on Mental IllnessA new framework could help provide a better understanding of the stream of consciousness in people who suffer from certain mental illnesses.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 31, 2016·2 min readBrain Regulates Social Behavior Differences in Males and FemalesSerotonin and arginine-vasopressin act in opposite ways in males and females to influence aggression and dominance, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 31, 2016·2 min readAcupuncture Lowers Hypertension by Activating Natural OpioidsResearchers successfully used electroacupuncture to increase the gene expression of enkephalins and reduce blood pressure for three days.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 31, 2016·5 min readResearchers Affirm Diet Can Impact MigrainesA new study confirms the impact some foods and drinks can have in triggering migraines.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 31, 2016·3 min readWatching in 3D as Neurons in Living Mouse Brain CommunicateResearchers have recorded the activity of thousands of neurons layered within three-dimensional sections of brain as they signaled to one another in a living mouse.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 31, 2016·3 min readLong Term Fright Reaction Extends Beyond Scary Movies and TV ShowsResearchers report scary movies can have a residual anxiety effect years after people watch them.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 31, 2016·2 min readBedtime Use of Media Devices Doubles Risk of Poor Sleep in KidsChildren who have access to media devices at bedtime have double the risk of sleep disturbances than those who go to bed without a tablet or cell phone, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 29, 2016·4 min readHigh Blood Pressure May Impair Cognitive Function and Pose Risk for Alzheimer’sA new study reports high blood pressure in middle age may lead to cognitive impairment and could be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 29, 2016·7 min readInsight Into Neural Language Enables Amputees to Discern Light Touch to Intense PressureA new prosthetic system allows amputees to feel the same intensity of pressure on their prosthetic hand as they can feel with their natural hand.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 29, 2016·5 min readTransition From Daylight Saving Time To Standard Time Leads To DepressionsA new study reveals an increase in depression diagnosis in Denmark following the transition from Daylight Savings time to standard time.Read More
