Preterm Birth Leaves Its Mark in the Functional Networks of the Brain
Preterm birth has significant and selective effects on functional networks in the frontal lobe, researchers report.... Read More...
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Brain Pacemaker Shows Promise in Slowing Alzheimer’s Progression
Deep brain stimulation to the frontal lobe may help to improve cognitive, behavioral and functional difficulties in those with Alzheimer's disease, a new study reports.... Read More...
Voices and Emotions: The Forehead is the Key
A new study reveals the frontal regions of the brain play a vital role in assessing and interpreting emotions communicated orally. ... Read More...
Whole Brain Map of Electrical Connections Key to Forming Memories
A new, whole brain map of neural connectivity reveals low frequency activity rhythms drive communication between key areas involved in memory processing. ... Read More...
Chimp Study Reveals How Brain’s Structure Shaped Our Evolution
A new neuroimaging study reveals patterns of asymmetry in the human brain may be unique to our species and could help explain how we developed language skills. ... Read More...
New Insight Into Self-Control Through Neuroimaging
A new neuroimaging study reveals self control varies depending on the importance of the decision. Self control, researchers note, may also be augmented when people are asked to justify their decisions.... Read More...
How the Cortex Assigns Credit for Causality
A new study implicates the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex in our ability to assign credit for whatever action leads to a desired outcome. While the study does not rule out the involvement of other brain areas to credit assignment, it does show the dlPFC is a key player in how we assess causality.... Read More...
The Science of Laughter – And Why It Also Has A Dark Side
While laughter is considered to be a sign of happiness, it isn't always healthy or positive, researchers report.... Read More...
Frontotemporal Dementia Linked to Shortage of Progranulin
Researchers report neurodegeneration associated with frontotemporal dementia could span from a reduced trophic support for neurons.... Read More...
New Brain Pathway That Controls Hand Movements Identified
Researchers report the posterior parietal cortex may be implicated in the movement of our hands.... Read More...
Brain Structure That Helps Us Understand What Others Think Revealed
Researchers identify brain areas associated with developing the ability to "put ourselves in other people's shoes".... Read More...
Brain Rewires Itself to Enhance Other Senses in Blind People
Researchers report on the combined structural, functional and anatomical changes that occur in those born blind that are not present in the brains of people born with sight.... Read More...