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          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·June 14, 2025·6 min read

          Air Pollution Alters Fetal Brain Structures

          A new study reveals that prenatal exposure to common air pollutants like NOâ‚‚, PM2.5, and black carbon is associated with subtle but measurable changes in fetal brain structure during the second and third trimesters. Using specialized ultrasound scans, researchers found increased volumes in brain cavities, including the lateral ventricles and cisterna magna, and changes in areas related to motor coordination and sensory processing.
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          FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology
          ·June 10, 2025·6 min read

          Genetic Sensitivity to Environment May Shape Mental Health Traits

          A large international study of over 21,000 identical twins has identified genetic variants that influence how individuals respond to life experiences, affecting traits such as anxiety, depression, and autistic traits. By analyzing genetic differences in identical twins, researchers discovered that certain genes make people more or less sensitive to environmental exposures.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·May 5, 2025·5 min read

          Stressful Neighborhoods May Numb Kids’ Brains to Joy and Loss

          Children raised in disadvantaged neighborhoods may show blunted brain responses to rewards and losses, especially if they have a family history of depression. New research reveals that community-level stress, not just personal trauma, can dampen neural reactions tied to motivation and emotional engagement.
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          This shows the outline of a person, a brain and smoke stacks.
          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·April 7, 2025·5 min read

          Air Pollution May Impair Language Skills, Brain Health

          Long-term exposure to nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter may harm cognitive health, particularly language ability, in older adults. In a new study of individuals aged 65 and over, those living in England’s most polluted areas consistently scored lower on cognitive assessments, especially in language-based tasks.
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          FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience
          ·January 13, 2025·5 min read

          Indoor Temperatures Affect Cognitive Function in Older Adults

          A new study reveals that older adults experience the least attention difficulties when home temperatures remain between 68–75 ˚F (20–24 ˚C). Deviations beyond this range double the risk of attention lapses, highlighting how even current climate conditions may harm cognitive health.
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          This shows a brain and a bottle of herbicide.
          FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience
          ·December 4, 2024·9 min read

          Herbicide Exposure Linked to Long-Term Brain Inflammation, Alzheimer’s

          New research reveals that glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, can cause lasting brain inflammation and accelerate Alzheimer’s-like pathology in mice. Even short-term exposure resulted in persistent inflammatory markers and neurological damage, including anxiety-like behaviors and premature death. The study found that glyphosate’s metabolite, aminomethylphosphonic acid, accumulates in brain tissue, raising concerns about its long-term safety for humans.
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          FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology
          ·December 4, 2024·3 min read

          Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Mental Illness

          A new study estimates that childhood lead exposure, peaking between 1960 and 1990 due to leaded gasoline, caused 151 million excess cases of mental illness by 2015. Researchers linked historic lead exposure data to mental health symptoms, finding that personality changes and mental health disorders were most pronounced among Generation X.
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          This shows a brain and a city.
          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·November 24, 2024·6 min read

          Brain Mapping Unveils Secrets to Designing Livable, People-Centric Cities

          Researchers have demonstrated how brain activity can predict behavior in urban environments, providing a roadmap for improving urban planning. Using functional MRI scans, the study identified activity in the brain's reward system, specifically the ventromedial prefrontal cortex, as a key predictor of why people visit certain urban areas. Participants rated photos of Lisbon's urban spaces, and their brain responses were linked to visitation patterns, showing that people are drawn to areas of perceived value.
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          This shows a green area and a darker street.
          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·November 12, 2024·5 min read

          Satellite Data Reveals How Environment Shapes Kids’ Brain Health

          A new study links satellite data with brain imaging to reveal how environmental factors like light pollution, green spaces, and urban density affect the mental health and brain development of children. Researchers examined data from over 11,800 children in 21 U.S. cities, finding links between physical surroundings and brain structure. They observed that green areas correlated with positive cognitive health, while light pollution and urban density were associated with less favorable outcomes.
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          This shows a child and smoke stacks.
          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·November 1, 2024·5 min read

          Air Pollution Linked to Poor Learning and Memory in Kids

          Exposure to ammonium nitrate, a component of fine particulate pollution from agricultural emissions, is associated with reduced learning and memory in children. This type of pollution, also linked to neurodegenerative risks in adults, highlights how air quality impacts brain health across ages.
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          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·October 17, 2024·5 min read

          Chemical Mixtures in Blood Show Additive Neurotoxic Effects

          A new study has found that even low concentrations of chemicals, when mixed, can have cumulative neurotoxic effects on human cells. Using blood samples from a cohort of pregnant women, researchers identified and analyzed the presence of over 300 chemicals.
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          This shows a brain with microplastics.
          FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience
          ·October 6, 2024·6 min read

          Microplastics Found in Human Brains, Raising Health Concerns

          A new study has found microplastics in human brains for the first time, raising concerns about the potential health impact. Researchers analyzed samples from autopsies and discovered an accumulation of plastic particles in brain tissue, likely due to exposure through food, water, and air.
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