This Is a Neuron on Nicotine
Researchers have developed a protein sensor which allows for the observation of nicotine's movement in cells. ... Read More...
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Autism and Theory of Mind
Researchers have developed a new test that examines theory of mind in those on the autism spectrum. The work may shed light on how those with ASD have difficulty in understanding the point of view of others, and social behavioral deficits.... Read More...
Learning From Mistakes: Neurons Which Catch Our Mistakes and Correct Our Behavior Identified
Researchers identified specific neurons in the medial prefrontal cortex, called self monitoring error neurons, that fire immediately after people make a mistake.... Read More...
Time-Traveling Illusion Tricks the Brain
Researchers have developed two new illusions that shed light on how our senses can influence each other, specifically, how the presence of audio can influence visual illusions.... Read More...
Why You Can’t Decide What to Order For Lunch
A new study reveals why, when the brain is faced with an overwhelming number of similar options, it struggles to make a decision.... Read More...
Corruption is Hard to Hide if You’re a Politician Whose Face is Wide
According to researchers, people are able to judge whether a politician has been convicted of corruption just by looking at their faces. ... Read More...
Synthetic DNA Artificial Neural Network Recognizes Handwriting
Researchers have created an artificial neural network from synthetic DNA that is able to correctly identify handwritten numbers.... Read More...
Switching Brain Circuits On and Off Without Surgery
Researchers have developed a new, non surgical method to manipulate brain circuitry. The technique uses sound waves in combination with small bubble injections into the blood stream that temporarily opens the blood-brain barrier. ... Read More...
Buying Under the Influence (of Testosterone)
Researchers say men with higher testosterone levels have a greater preference for goods that are considered to be luxurious status symbols.... Read More...
Predicting Intelligence From Brain Scans
Researchers have developed a new machine learning algorithm that uses fMRI data to predict a person's intelligence.... Read More...
Paralyzed Patient Feels Sensation Again
Researchers have successfully induced the sensations of touch and movement in the arm of a paralyzed man, with the help of a tiny array of electrodes implanted into the somatosensory cortex. ... Read More...
Brain Has Separate ‘Fear Circuits’ for Dealing with Immediate and Distant Threats
According to a new PNAS study, two areas of the brain are responsible for fear processing. ... Read More...