FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·January 25, 2017·4 min readSwitching Off the BrainResearchers use optogenetics to inhibit brain activity in order to discover more about the relationship between behavior and neural circuits.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 16, 2017·6 min readIn Teens, Strong Friendships May Mitigate Depression Associated with Excessive Video GamingWhile playing video games for more than four hours a day can increase the risk of depression in teens, researchers report using social media and other online social mediums can help mitigate depressive symptoms.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 16, 2017·4 min readFrankly, Do We Give a Damn? Study Finds Link Between Profanity and HonestyA new study reports people who use profanities tend to be more honest and are less likely to be associated with deception or lying.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 13, 2017·3 min readSwimming For Science: 3D Simulations of Zebrafish Behavior May Replace Animals in Some ResearchA new 3D platform the simulates zebrafish behavior opens new avenues for research without the use of animals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 12, 2017·4 min readSwitching on the Predatory Kill Instinct in MiceUsing optogenetics to stimulate neurons in the central amygdala, researchers turn on predatory hunting motivation in mice.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeuroscience·January 11, 2017·2 min readMore Older Americans Using CannabisA new study reports that more adults over the age of 50 are using cannabis than ever before and the rate of use in this age group is outpacing all other age groups. The paper considers changing attitudes based on law and health needs for the growth in use.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·January 11, 2017·6 min readA Glimpse Into the Workings of the Baby BrainVisual preferences for faces and social scenes form within the first few months of life, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 10, 2017·6 min readAlcohol Prevents Ability to Extinguish Fearful Memories: Mouse StudyResearchers report alcohol can strengthen fearful memories, but a drug used to treat seizures may reverse the effects.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 10, 2017·5 min readRevenge is Sweet: The Mood Enhancing Effect of RetaliationA new study reflects upon how retaliation can lift mood when a person feels ostracized.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 9, 2017·7 min readBlame ‘Food Coma’ On The BrainResearchers investigate fruit fly brains to discover the connection between eating, sleep and activity.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 9, 2017·8 min readModel Sheds Light on Purpose of Inhibitory NeuronsResearchers have developed a new computational model that could help shed light on the role of inhibitory neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 9, 2017·5 min readNeural Connection Keeps Instincts in CheckResearchers have traced the neural connections that help us to curb our impulses.Read More