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For Cops, Exposure to Stressful Situations Dysregulates Cortisol Pattern

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 7, 2017

Cortisol functions differently in police officers who have experienced extremely stressful situations while at work. The disturbances to regular cortisol function may leave them more vulnerable to diseases, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes, researchers report.... Read More...

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High Cholesterol Intake and Eggs Do Not Increase Risk of Memory Disorders

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 9, 2017

A new study reports there appears to be no link between a high intake of dietary cholesterol and an increased risk of dementia, even in those who carried the APOE4 gene.... Read More...

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Ancient DNA Can Both Diminish and Defend Modern Minds

Neuroscience NewsDecember 30, 2016

A new study raises the question of whether a genetic mutation associated with neurodegeneration in one environment could act in a positive way in a different setting.... Read More...

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Greater Stroke Risk for Generation X Than Baby Boomers

Neuroscience NewsNovember 23, 2016

The stroke rate has more than doubled in Generation X'ers over the past 20 years, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Dementia On the Downslide, Especially in Those With More Education

Neuroscience NewsNovember 21, 2016

A new study reports the percentage of American seniors with dementia is dropping and those with a higher level of education appear to have a lower risk of developing dementia.... Read More...

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Cannabis Users Age Faster, Study Reveals

Neuroscience NewsNovember 14, 2016

Researchers report long term cannabis use increases biological age due to the hardening of arteries in those who use the drug. ... Read More...

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Smoking Leaves a Historical Footprint in DNA

Neuroscience NewsOctober 1, 2016

Researchers report DNA methylation could be an important sign that reveals a person's smoking history, even years after they have quit.... Read More...

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Could Fish Oils or Aspirin Delay Dementia?

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 21, 2016

Researchers announce they are conducting a new study to find out if taking aspirin and omega 3 fish oils can improve memory and thinking skills, possibly delaying the onset of dementia.... Read More...

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Faulty Gene Linked to Depression and Cardiovascular Disease

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 13, 2016

A faulty gene linked to cardiovascular disease and metabolic conditions could be a new target in the fight against depression.... Read More...

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Migraines Could Be a Risk Marker For Stroke and Heart Attack

Neuroscience NewsJune 14, 2016

Women who suffer from migraines have a slightly increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and strokes in later life, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Accelerated Risk of Vascular Aging Linked to Chronic Use of Some Antacids

Neuroscience NewsMay 10, 2016

Researchers report the chronic use of drugs to treat heartburn and GERDS can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, vascular dementia and renal failure.... Read More...

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Omega 3 Rich Diet May Reverse Genetic Damage Caused by Fructose

Neuroscience NewsApril 22, 2016

Researchers report hundreds of genes that affect neurological function can be damaged by fructose. However, it may be possible to reverse some of the changes by adopting a diet rich in DHA.... Read More...

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News

How the Brain Reacts to Food May Be Linked to Overeating

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Neuroscience

How the Brain Reacts to Food May Be Linked to Overeating

Complete Fly Brain Image at Nanoscale Resolution

Neurology

Paralyzed Mice with Spinal Cord Injury Made to Walk Again

Pregnancy History May Be Tied to Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers Trace Parkinson’s Damage in the Heart

AI

Big Data Analysis Identifies New Cancer Risk Genes

Sci-Fi Fans Enthusiastic For Digitizing the Brain

Machine Learning Helps Predict Treatment Outcomes in Schizophrenia

Robotics

Sci-Fi Fans Enthusiastic For Digitizing the Brain

New ‘E-Dermis’ Brings Sense of Touch, Pain to Prosthetic Hands

Robotic Bloodhound Tracks Odors on the Ground

Psychology

ADHD Drugs Do Not Improve Cognition in Healthy College Students

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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