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·March 26, 2021·5 min read

The Brain Area With Which We Interpret the World

Different areas of the inferior parietal lobe specialize in distinct cognitive functions, such as language processing and social cognition. However, these areas work together in conjunction with different brain areas in process-specific ways.

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·May 1, 2019·4 min read

Heartbeat predicts errors in expert pianists

Changes in heart rate help the brain predict when a musician is about to make an error, researchers discover.

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·June 2, 2018·2 min read

Where the Brain Processes Spiritual Experiences

Researchers say the inferior parietal lobe, thalamus and caudate play key roles in processing spiritual experiences.

Autism Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·December 13, 2017·3 min read

Social Behavior Restored Via Brain Stimulation in Autism

In a mouse model of autism, researchers have successfully restored social behavior with the help of brain stimulation. Researchers are now considering if it would be feasible to treat children on the autism spectrum with similar neuromodulation techniques.

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·August 7, 2017·1 min read

Brain Lays Foundation for Reason in Childhood

According to a new Journal of Neuroscience study, strong structural connectivity between the rostrolateral prefrontal cortex and inferior parietal lobe in young children is associated with improved reasoning in adulthood.

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·May 20, 2017·3 min read

Memory Insight May Prove Beneficial For Those With Brain Damage

A new study reveals multiple parts of the brain are associated with memory processing. Findings could help develop new strategies to treat those with brain injuries.