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·January 25, 2017·4 min read

In Utero Conditions Can Affect Teen Brain Development

A new study reports the in utero environment can impact teenage brain development, contributing to problems with cognitive processing and emotional regulation.

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·January 19, 2017·5 min read

Insecticides Mimic Melatonin, Creating Higher Risk of Diabetes

According to a new study, synthetic chemicals found in some insecticides can bind to melatonin receptors, creating a higher risk for people to develop diabetes and other metabolic disorders.

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·December 29, 2016·3 min read

Genes and the Environment Equally Affect Language Related Brain Activity

A new study reports both the environment and genetics affect brain activity related to language in the brain.

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·October 3, 2016·4 min read

Toys and Enriched Surroundings Can Help Fight Infection: Mouse Study

Researchers report mice living in an enriched environment and stimulating surroundings have healthier immune systems.

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·September 16, 2016·5 min read

Brain Benefits of Aerobic Exercise Lost to Mercury Exposure

Researchers report adults with higher prenatal exposure to methylmercury, as a result of fish consumption, did not experience faster cognitive processing or short term memory benefits following exercise.