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Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

For some, insomnia may be caused by failing to neutralize emotional distress. Researchers speculate the sleep disorder could be caused by brain circuits that regulate emotion. ... Read More...

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I feel you: Emotional mirror neurons found in the rat

Neuroscience NewsApril 11, 2019

Study reports the anterior cingulate cortex of rats contain mirror neurons that respond to pain experienced by and observations of others.... Read More...

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Gene Therapy Promotes Nerve Regeneration

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 19, 2019

A new study reveals gene therapy in combination with neurosurgery can help to improve the rate of survival and promote regeneration of nerve fibers.... Read More...

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Researchers Identify Five Types of Insomnia

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 8, 2019

Researchers have identified five different subtypes of the sleep disorder insomnia, including difficulty falling asleep and early morning awakening. The study reports insomnia subtypes may be identified by examining personality traits of sufferers. ... Read More...

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Nature of Immune Cells in Brain Discovered

Neuroscience NewsNovember 2, 2018

Researchers have discovered how the nature of T cells help protect the brain from viruses. The findings shed light on the role the immune system plays in a number of neurodegenerative disorders.... Read More...

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The Neuroscience of Prosocial Behavior

Neuroscience NewsMay 25, 2018

A new study reveals the role the somatosensory cortex plays in prosocial behavior. ... Read More...

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Long work hours associated with increased risk of stroke

Squeezing of blood vessels may contribute to cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s

Researchers use facial quirks to unmask ‘deepfakes’

Neurology

Long work hours associated with increased risk of stroke

Squeezing of blood vessels may contribute to cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s

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Researchers use facial quirks to unmask ‘deepfakes’

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First-ever successful mind-controlled robotic arm without brain implants

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Researchers call for the term ‘high functioning autism’ to be consigned to history

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Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

I feel you: Emotional mirror neurons found in the rat

Gene Therapy Promotes Nerve Regeneration

Researchers Identify Five Types of Insomnia

Nature of Immune Cells in Brain Discovered