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·October 14, 2024·3 min read

Brain Networks Vary in Structure-Function Link

Researchers reveal that the relationship between brain structure and function varies significantly across different brain regions. In primary sensory and motor regions, neuron wiring strongly predicts function, while in regions associated with complex cognition, this link weakens. Using data from 300 brain functions, the study found that advanced cognitive functions rely less on direct neural connections, suggesting evolutionary adaptation.

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·April 26, 2024·4 min read

Brain Blood Flow Syncs with Visual Stimuli

Researchers pioneered a new method to monitor blood vessel dynamics in the mouse brain, revealing that visual stimuli can synchronize vasomotion, potentially improving brain function. By exposing mice to a specific pattern of horizontally moving stripes, the team observed that vasomotion matched the stimulus pattern's speed and spread throughout the brain.

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·February 22, 2023·5 min read

Any Regular Physical Activity at Any Age Linked to Better Brain Function in Later Life

At any age, regular exercise or physical activity helps to maintain brain function during old age. However, maintaining a frequent workout schedule throughout life was linked to better mental acuity, memory, and cognition later in life.

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·January 22, 2023·4 min read

In the Wake of a Wildfire, Embers of Change in Cognition and Brain Function Linger

People exposed to the Camp Fire California wildfire in 2018 showed significant brain and cognitive function changes many months after the event. Findings add to the growing body of evidence that supports a growing phenomenon known as "climate trauma".

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·December 7, 2022·5 min read

Brains With More Vitamin D Function Better

Older adults with cognitive decline who have higher levels of vitamin D in their brains had better cognitive function than their peers with lower levels of vitamin D.

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·October 20, 2022·3 min read

Insight Into Brain Function and Breakdowns

Study identifies the synaptotagmin-3 (SYT3) protein as a key molecule that allows for synaptic transmission. The findings could help with the development of treatment for a range of neurological disorders including ASD and epilepsy.

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·June 14, 2022·4 min read

Children’s Chores Improve Brain Function

Children who regularly help around the home with chores may perform better academically and have stronger problem-solving skills.

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·December 30, 2021·3 min read

Doesn’t an Excessive Intake of Simple Sugar Affect Higher Brain Function?

A new study in mice found excessive sugar intake during puberty could be an environmental risk factor for the development of psychiatric disorders in those with genetic predispositions.

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·December 22, 2021·4 min read

Neural Network Reveals New Insights Into How the Brain Functions

A new computational method sheds light on the intricacies of brain structure and function.

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·December 14, 2020·3 min read

How Childhood Brain Function and Memory Skills Shape Each Other

Early memory skills predict the strength of future neural connections, and the strength of early brain connections predict future memory acuity.

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·December 11, 2020·4 min read

Gut Microbiota Plays a Role in Brain Function and Mood Regulation

An imbalance in gut bacteria can cause the reduction of some metabolites, resulting in depression-like symptoms. The findings contribute to the growing body of evidence for the role the microbiome plays in brain function and mental health.