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·December 10, 2015·3 min read

Singing Beneficial for Memory and Mood in Early Stages of Dementia

A new study reports singing is beneficial for working memory, mood and executive function in people with mild or early stage dementia.

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·December 9, 2015·4 min read

Memory and Hearing Negatively Impacted by Stereotypes About Aging

A new study reports older adults who feel negatively about aging may also lack confidence about their ability to hear and remember things, ultimately affecting their performance on memory and hearing tests.

Drawing of a brain standing at a cross roads. One side of the road has a car and a sign that says Aging, the other a bike and a sign that says Plasticity.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·December 7, 2015·3 min read

Physical Activity Leaves Brain More Open to Change

Exercise may enhance brain plasticity, a new study reports.

Featured Neurology

·December 7, 2015·2 min read

People With Negative Beliefs About Aging More Likely To Develop Alzheimer’s Symptoms

According to a new study, people who have negative beliefs about aging are more likely to have brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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Featured Neuroscience

·December 6, 2015·4 min read

Total Recall Sounds Great, But Some Things Should Be Forgotten

While neuroprosthetics that allow us to remember everything may seem like a great idea, one researcher argues such technology and abilities could have significant problems.

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Featured Neurology

·December 2, 2015·2 min read

Slow Walking Speed in Elderly Could Signal Hallmark of Alzheimer’s Disease

According to a new study, slow walking speed may signify a build up of amyloid plaques in elderly people, even if they do not have other symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

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·December 2, 2015·6 min read

Fountain of Youth: Tweaking Genes to Extend Lifespan

Researchers have identified genes implicated in physical aging and discovered that influencing just one of the genes can extend the healthy lifespan of animals.

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Featured Neuroscience

·December 2, 2015·3 min read

Aerobic Exercise and Physical Activity Important for Healthy Brain Function

A new study reports that, regardless of gender, young adults who are more aerobically fit have greater volume of the entorhinal cortex, an area of the brain implicated in memory.