FeaturedNeuroscience·February 25, 2015·2 min readNavigating Nerve Fibers Take Different ShapesA new study investigates how nerve fibers make connections during brain development. The findings could help researchers understand why some cognitive disorders occur.Read More
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FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 23, 2015·2 min readLucid Dreams and MetacognitionAccording to new research, the brain area which enables self reflection is larger in those who have lucid dreams.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 22, 2015·3 min readGenome Wide Search Reveals New Genes Involved in Long Term MemoryResearchers have identified genes involved in long term memory in c.elegans.Read More
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AutismFeaturedNeuroscience Videos·January 15, 2015·4 min readResearchers are Developing a Speedy Test for ASDResearchers report they are developing a new neuroimaging test which may be able to identify children with ASD in as little as two minutes.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 15, 2015·3 min readAutonomous Tots Have Higher Cognitive SkillsA new study reports higher cognitive skills in children with mothers who support the development of their sense of autonomy.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 10, 2015·2 min readStudy Finds Which Brain Skills Are More Likely to Last Over a LifetimeAs we age, reasoning ability often decreases while verbal ability remains in tack, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 8, 2015·2 min readHow Quality of Sleep Impacts Academic Performance in ChildrenA new study reports children who get a good night's sleep perform better in math and languages.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 5, 2015·3 min readHumans and Sparrows Make Sense of Sounds in Similar WaysA new study could further the understanding of the perceptual building blocks which enable human language.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 5, 2015·2 min readHuman Speech’s Surprising Influence on Young InfantsA new study assesses the impact of human speech on infant cognition during the first year of life.Read More