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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 25, 2018·4 min read

Solving the Complex Mysteries of the Microbiome

Computer modeling, in combination with traditional research, is allowing researchers to obtain a better understanding about how specific gut bacteria will interact. The findings may allow scientists to manipulate the microbiome and improve human health.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 15, 2018·10 min read

Catching Up To Brain Cancer

Researchers have developed an accurate computer program that can predict cancer cell motion and spread.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·January 3, 2018·3 min read

New Behavioral Science Approach Combines Experiments and Models

Researchers propose a new approach to conducting behavioral science research that uses experimental studies and computer models.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·August 11, 2017·3 min read

What Happens When People Hear Voices Others Don’t?

Computational modeling and neuroimaging could help differentiate people with psychosis from those who experience auditory hallucinations without the disorder.

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·June 28, 2017·3 min read

Facial Models Suggest Less May Be More For a Successful Smile

Less is more when it comes to a successful smile, researcher report. In a new study, researchers presented over 800 participants with computer generated images of smiling faces. Researchers found people rated smaller smiles to be more genuine, while bigger smiles that showed more teeth were perceived less well.