AutismFeaturedPsychology·February 10, 2017·4 min readStudy Links Brain Stem Volume and Aggression in AutismResearchers have identified a correlation between brain stem volume and aggressive behavior in children with autism. Smaller brain stems appear to be associated with an increased likelihood of aggression.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 8, 2016·3 min readBlood Vessels Control Brain GrowthA new mouse study reveals blood vessels play a vital role in stem cell reproduction during brain development.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 5, 2016·4 min readNew Brainstem Model Reveals How the Brain Controls BreathingResearchers have discovered how the brain controls our breathing in response to changing oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPain·March 7, 2016·4 min readLove Hormone Oxytocin Relieves PainResearchers have discovered that the so-called love hormone, oxytocin, may also help to relieve pain.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 2, 2016·3 min readLinking Specific Brain Areas to DepressionAccording to a new study, damage in specific brain structures appear to be associated with a greater risk of developing depression.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 8, 2016·5 min readPinpointing the Origin of the Sigh Reflex in the BrainResearchers have discovered two clusters of neurons in the brain stem that are responsible for turning normal breaths into sighs.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 15, 2013·3 min readScientists Identify Neural Origins of Hot Flashes in Menopausal WomenA new study provides insights into the neural origins of hot flashes associated with menopause.Read More
