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Dog ownership associated with better cardiovascular health

Neuroscience NewsAugust 23, 2019

Those who own dogs may have a boost when it comes to cardiovascular health. Researchers found pet owners report better physical wellbeing than those who don't own a pet. Dog owners had a significant improvement in cardiovascular health, physical fitness, and diet over owners of other types of pets.... Read More...

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Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

Neuroscience NewsAugust 23, 2019

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) triples the risk of suicide and self-harm in those with the condition. ... Read More...

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How ‘Australian’ mutation leads to Alzheimer’s disease

Neuroscience NewsAugust 23, 2019

The 'Australian' familial genetic mutation, L723P, causes local unfolding of the C-terminal turn of the APP TM dominant helix. The findings suggest a mechanism of pathogenesis associated with the mutation.... Read More...

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Ginkgo biloba may aid in treating Type 2 Diabetes

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Ginkgo Biloba, a popular herbal supplement, may help in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. The supplement had a promising effect on beta cells of Langerhans in rat models of the disease. Additionally, Ginkgo Biloba reduced oxidative stress associated with type 2 diabetes.... Read More...

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New method classifies brain cells based on electrical signals

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Researchers distinguish between four distinct classes of neurons based on their spiking information.... Read More...

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Why brown fat is good for people’s health

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Brown adipose fat (BAT) may help to protect against diabetes and obesity. BAT serves as a key metabolic filter that controls branched chain amino acid clearance, contributing to better overall metabolic health.... Read More...

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Carriers of Alzheimer’s genetic marker have greater difficulty harnessing past knowledge

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Middle-aged people with the Alzheimer's related APOE4 gene have a harder time accessing recently acquired knowledge, even when they show no symptoms of memory decline.... Read More...

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‘Microdosers’ of psychedelics report improved mood, focus and creativity

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Those who microdose psychedelics report improved mood, greater focus, and increased creativity. A new study looks at the positive outcomes of microdosing and suggests others look at potential long-term negative consequences of using psychedelics.... Read More...

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Stress in pregnancy impacts childrens’ vulnerability to stress in adulthood

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Prenatal stress can have an epigenetic impact on the future mental health of offspring. Adult children of women who experienced prenatal stress are more vulnerable to stress and other mental health disorders. ... Read More...

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Cell suicide could hold key for brain health and food security

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

A new study into human and plant cell apoptosis could provide new avenues for the development of treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, and help develop disease-resistant plants.... Read More...

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Scratching the surface of how your brain senses an itch

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

Researchers identified a set of neurons in the spinal cord that transmits a light-touch signal from the skin to the brain. NPY-Y1 signaling regulates the transmission of innocuous tactile information by establishing thresholds for touch discrimination and mechanical itch reflexes. The findings shed new light on the neurobiological basis of chronic itching.... Read More...

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Scorpion toxin that targets ‘wasabi receptor’ may help solve mystery of chronic pain

Neuroscience NewsAugust 22, 2019

WaTx, a short protein in the venom of Australian Black Rock scorpions, is helping researchers uncover new information about chronic pain and inflammation. ... Read More...

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Dog ownership associated with better cardiovascular health

Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

How ‘Australian’ mutation leads to Alzheimer’s disease

Neuroscience

Dog ownership associated with better cardiovascular health

Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

How ‘Australian’ mutation leads to Alzheimer’s disease

Neurology

Dog ownership associated with better cardiovascular health

How ‘Australian’ mutation leads to Alzheimer’s disease

Ginkgo biloba may aid in treating Type 2 Diabetes

AI

Understanding the animal brain could help robots wash your dishes

Are Siri and Alexa making us ruder?

Machine learning decodes genetic influence over behavior

Robotics

Understanding the animal brain could help robots wash your dishes

New artificial compound eye could improve 3D object tracking

Brain-controlled prosthetic hand to become reality

Psychology

Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

‘Microdosers’ of psychedelics report improved mood, focus and creativity

Stress in pregnancy impacts childrens’ vulnerability to stress in adulthood

brain research

Dog ownership associated with better cardiovascular health

Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

How ‘Australian’ mutation leads to Alzheimer’s disease

Ginkgo biloba may aid in treating Type 2 Diabetes

New method classifies brain cells based on electrical signals

Why brown fat is good for people’s health

Carriers of Alzheimer’s genetic marker have greater difficulty harnessing past knowledge

‘Microdosers’ of psychedelics report improved mood, focus and creativity

Stress in pregnancy impacts childrens’ vulnerability to stress in adulthood

Cell suicide could hold key for brain health and food security

Scratching the surface of how your brain senses an itch

Scorpion toxin that targets ‘wasabi receptor’ may help solve mystery of chronic pain