FeaturedNeurology·November 10, 2017·3 min readSmell Test Challenge Suggests Clinical Benefit for Some Before Development of Alzheimer’sColumbia researchers have identified a way in which to determine if a patient with MCI may respond to cholinesterase inhibitors.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·November 3, 2017·3 min readBrain’s Alertness Circuitry Conserved Through EvolutionOptogenetics research reveals brain circuits critical for alertness.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 5, 2017·6 min readUltra Rare Gene Mutations Implicated in Eating DisordersResearchers report ultra rare damaging genetic variants contribute to the risk of developing eating disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 21, 2017·4 min readHow Physical Exercise Prevents DementiaResearchers discover physical activity has an influence on brain metabolism, preventing an increase in choline. A new Translational Psychiatry report suggests physical exercise may help protect neurons and reduce symptoms of dementia in older people.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·June 19, 2017·5 min readA No-Brainer? Mouse Eyes Constrict to Light Without Direct Link to the BrainIn lower mammals, the iris may sense light and cause the pupils to constrict without involving the brain, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 4, 2017·5 min readNewly Discovered Neural Pathway Has Implications For Schizophrenia TreatmentResearchers have discovered a new signaling pathway that connects NMDAR and alpha 7 acetylcholine nicotinic receptors, both implicated in memory and learning. Findings could help develop new treatments for schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·January 23, 2017·6 min readBetter Early Nutrition Means Better BrainsA new study considers how early nutrition can affect a baby's brain development.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 5, 2017·4 min readThe Harmful Effects of Second Hand Smoke Even Before Pregnancy: Mouse StudyEven prior to pregnancy, a mother's exposure to second hand smoke can have implications for the brain development of her offspring, including damage to areas of the brain associated with emotion, memory and learning.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 11, 2016·3 min readFruit Fly Neurons Hold Key to Molecular Cause of Mental DiseasesA single neuron from a fruit fly embryo has revealed insights into the causes of some psychological diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 3, 2016·4 min readBasal Forebrain Linked to Appetite Control and Nicotine AddictionA new study opens the door for new treatments to help treat obesity and other eating disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2016·4 min readManipulation of Specific Neurons Helps to Erase Bad Memories and Enhance Good OnesAccording to researchers, traumatic memories are strengthened by an increased release of acetylcholine in the amygdala. Decreasing acetylcholine signaling during traumatic experience helped wipe out memory.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2016·4 min readHow the Brain Switches to Memory ModeResearchers have identified a mechanism that allows memory to switch from recall to memorization.Read More
