FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 26, 2021·5 min readThe Brain Area With Which We Interpret the WorldDifferent 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 1, 2019·4 min readHeartbeat predicts errors in expert pianistsChanges in heart rate help the brain predict when a musician is about to make an error, researchers discover.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 2, 2018·2 min readWhere the Brain Processes Spiritual ExperiencesResearchers say the inferior parietal lobe, thalamus and caudate play key roles in processing spiritual experiences.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 13, 2017·3 min readSocial Behavior Restored Via Brain Stimulation in AutismIn 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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 7, 2017·1 min readBrain Lays Foundation for Reason in ChildhoodAccording 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 20, 2017·3 min readMemory Insight May Prove Beneficial For Those With Brain DamageA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 23, 2016·5 min readHow Does Our Brain Decide Whether A Situation is Pleasant or Not?Researchers have identified a mechanism that allows us to judge whether a difficult social situation is emotional negative or positive.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 5, 2016·4 min readBrain Areas Distinguish Between Good and BadResearchers have identified two areas involved in a neural network that helps interpret situations as positive or negative.Read More