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·April 20, 2017·5 min read

Two Languages Develop Simultaneously, But Independently, In Bilingual Children

Study shows languages develop on their own, independent course and the rates reflect the quality of exposure to each language.

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·May 11, 2017·5 min read

All Is Not Lost to Dementia

Researchers have developed a tool that can accurately measure communication in older couples living with the effects of dementia.

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·June 28, 2017·6 min read

How Serotonin Contributes to Cocaine’s Allure

A new study reinforces the idea that serotonin, a molecule associated with mood, directly contributes to the actions of cocaine.

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·August 2, 2017·5 min read

It’s Not Just What You Eat, It’s What’s Eating You

Autophagy allows sensory neurons and nutrient levels to work together to influence lifespan, a new study reveals.

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·September 25, 2017·5 min read

Thinking ‘Out-Of-The-Box’ May Build a Better Brain and Prevent Dementia

An FAU neuroscientist is developing a new method for treating Alzheimer's disease. The focus of the program is to individualize the treatment options for Alzheimer's patients.

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·April 9, 2018·4 min read

Spoken Language Reveals How People Develop and Mature

A new study explores how personality development and ego may be reflected in our everyday language. Researchers hope their findings will shed light on moral, social and cognitive development.

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·July 5, 2018·3 min read

“Skinny Fat” in Older Adults May Predict Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers say the combination of low muscle mass and strength in the context of high fat mass, could be a predictor of cognitive function in older adults. Sarcopenic obesity could be used to predict risk factors for developing dementia, the study reports.

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·September 8, 2018·5 min read

Past Memory Cues Help People Juggle Numerous Pieces of Information

A new EEG study reveals memory cues can influence the neural representation related to information about cued and non-cued locations, but the effect of the cue depends upon when it appears.

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·April 23, 2019·4 min read

Scientists propose new theory on Alzheimer’s, amyloid connection

Study finds a 'peculiar association' between amyloid precursor protein and cholesterol in the cell membrane of synapses. Amyloid precursor protein may contribute to cholesterol deficiency, triggering neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 15, 2019·5 min read

Coherent? Voice disorders significantly affect listeners, too

Researchers investigate new strategies to help listeners better understand those with voice disorders.

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·July 11, 2019·3 min read

Raising eyebrows on neuroinflammation: Surprising role of ‘skin plumping’ hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally produced by the human body and a popular additive in cosmetics that boast plumper skin, may be a useful tool in treating neuroinflammation.

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·August 6, 2019·5 min read

Sleep interrupted: What’s keeping us up at night?

Consuming nicotine and alcohol four hours before bedtime causes worse sleep continuity and sleep disruptions. Surprisingly, researchers found no link between caffeine consumption four hours before sleep and sleep disturbances for most people.

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