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Featured Psychology

·June 8, 2015·4 min read

How the Brain Influences Which Way You Vote

A new study casts light on the neurobiological mechanisms which support people's voting choices.

Scientists created a mouse model of ALS and FTD caused by mutations in the C9ORF72 gene. Credit: Courtesy of Petrucelli lab, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla.

Featured Genetics

·May 22, 2015·4 min read

Scientists Create Mice with a Major Genetic Cause of ALS and FTD

Researchers believe mouse could provide a new platform for testing treatments for several neurodegenerative diseases.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 2, 2015·3 min read

Deconstructing Brain Systems Involved in Memory and Spatial Skills

A new study suggests hippocampus is dedicated to memory formation, and not spatial skills.

Image shows the neurons with and without the mutation.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·March 23, 2015·2 min read

Novel Mechanism That Drives Progression of Frontotemporal Dementia Identified

Researchers uncover mechanism which controls synaptic growth and causes them to overgrow.

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Featured Psychology

·February 26, 2015·4 min read

Study Identifies Neurons That Help Predict What Another Individual Will Do

A new study reports researchers have identified two groups of neurons which appear to play key roles in social interaction.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·January 14, 2015·4 min read

Combat Veterans’ Brains Reveal Hidden Damage from IED Blasts

Researchers report they may have discovered the signature of blast neurotrauma.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 18, 2014·2 min read

Study Reports Musicians Show Advantages in Long Term Memory

Professional musicians might have the edge when it comes to long term memory, a new study reports.

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Featured Neuroscience

·October 1, 2014·3 min read

What Happens in Our Brain When We Unlock a Door

A new neuroimaging study examines the brain networks which control the use of tools and other utensils.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 25, 2014·2 min read

The Seat of Consciousness

Researchers report the content of consciousness is based in two different regions of the brain.

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Featured Genetics

·March 21, 2014·4 min read

Genetic Factor Contributes to Forgetfulness

Researchers discover a connection between lapses in memory and the DRD2 gene.

This is an MRI scan of the brain with the hippocampus located with a cross hair.

Featured Psychology

·March 10, 2014·3 min read

Outside the Body Our Memories Fail Us

Researchers demonstrate the close relationship between body perception and our ability to store new memories.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 11, 2014·3 min read

Scientists Identify Gene Linking Brain Structure to Intelligence

Researchers believe they have identified a gene which links the thickness of gray matter in the brain to intelligence.

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frontal lobe

How the Brain Influences Which Way You Vote

Scientists Create Mice with a Major Genetic Cause of ALS and FTD

Deconstructing Brain Systems Involved in Memory and Spatial Skills

Novel Mechanism That Drives Progression of Frontotemporal Dementia Identified

Study Reports Musicians Show Advantages in Long Term Memory

What Happens in Our Brain When We Unlock a Door

The Seat of Consciousness

Genetic Factor Contributes to Forgetfulness

Outside the Body Our Memories Fail Us

Scientists Identify Gene Linking Brain Structure to Intelligence

Gene Therapy Restores Hearing in Those with Deafness

Forever Chemicals May Disrupt Brain Development

Kids Outsmart AI in Puzzle Game That Builds Critical Thinking

Drug-Coated Neural Implants Reduce Immune Rejection

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