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Possible Marker Found to Predict Long Term Learning

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2018

Researchers have identified a possible neurological biomarker for long term learning. The brain wave biomarker could allow educators to attempt new educational techniques to improve long term learning by measuring the results via EEG testing.... Read More...

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Education Linked to Higher Risk of Short Sightedness

Neuroscience NewsJune 8, 2018

A new study reports spending more years in full time education is linked with an increased risk of developing myopia.... Read More...

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Americans with a College Education Live Longer Without Dementia

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2018

Two new studies from researchers at USC provide fresh insight into Alzheimer's risks. Researchers say attending college can stave off dementia and help retain memories in old age. Additionally, researchers report reducing diabetes and hypertension after 50 could increase longevity in people with Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Friends’ Genes May Help Others Stay in School

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 18, 2018

Stanford researchers report it's not just your DNA that influences your educational achievement. The genetics of others in your social circle also influences how far you go in school.... Read More...

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Genetics Study Adds Further Evidence That Education Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsDecember 9, 2017

A new study adds further weight to the theory that being educated may help to stave off Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Reading Between the Lines in Children’s Vocabulary Differences

Neuroscience NewsNovember 30, 2017

Children whose families have a lower socioeconomic status have significantly smaller vocabularies than their more affluent peers, a new study reports.... Read More...

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For Academic Success A Little Stress May Help

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 2, 2017

A new study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry reports children who experience very little or too much stress when they start secondary education are at higher risk of dropping out of school than those who experience moderate anxiety.... Read More...

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Belief in Neuromyths is Extremely Common

Neuroscience NewsAugust 10, 2017

A new Frontiers in Psychology study reveals many teachers believe in common misconceptions about learning and the brain. Researchers say they are considering creating an online training scheme aimed at educators to help dispel such neuromyths.... Read More...

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Genes Account for Half of Differences in Social Mobility

Neuroscience NewsJuly 18, 2017

According to a Psychological Sciences study, genetics may influence a child's social mobility. The findings could have significant implications for helping to reduce educational inequality.... Read More...

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Early School Start Times Pit Teens in Conflict Between Biology and Society

Neuroscience NewsApril 12, 2017

Later school start times would allow teens to fully relieve sleep pressure.... Read More...

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Teens Benefit From Later High School Start Times

Neuroscience NewsDecember 14, 2016

Later high school start times are associated with reduced motor vehicle accidents and less daytime sleepiness for teens, study reports.... Read More...

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Unlocking Clues to Language Based Learning in Children

Neuroscience NewsDecember 12, 2016

A new study which links working memory to learning in children may help educators develop new strategies to help those with learning difficulties.... Read More...

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