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·July 11, 2019·3 min read

REM sleep silences the siren of the brain

Restless REM sleep disrupts the adjustment of memory traces during sleep. This may increase negative emotions associated with mental health disorders.

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·June 6, 2023·7 min read

Dopamine Plays Double Duty in Learning and Motivation

A novel study suggests that dopamine, a neurotransmitter, plays dual roles in learning and motivation. In the study, male rats underwent Pavlovian or operant conditioning while their dopamine release was measured.

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·May 25, 2023·6 min read

Loosely Wrapped Myelin Marks Early Stages of Multiple Sclerosis, Even Before Inflammation

Structural abnormalities in white matter, even before the onset of inflammation, may serve as a new therapeutic target for multiple sclerosis (MS). The study, focusing on 'normal-appearing white matter', identified early changes in myelin, an insulating substance around nerve fibers.

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·March 6, 2020·4 min read

Rats avoid to hurt other rats: Findings shed light on human empathy disorders

Rats show altruistic behavior and avoid harming other rats. Researchers report harm aversion is deeply engrained in our biology. The findings pave the way to increasing harm aversion in those with empathy disorders, such as psychopathy and sociopathy.

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·November 2, 2018·3 min read

Nature of Immune Cells in Brain Discovered

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.

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·June 15, 2023·5 min read

microRNA-132: A Tiny Molecule with Potential Impact on Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers discovered a small molecule, microRNA-132, might play a significant role in Alzheimer's disease. In Alzheimer’s patients, levels of microRNA-132 are often disrupted and notably decreased.

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·August 21, 2020·4 min read

Why Obeying Orders Can Make Us Do Terrible Things

Coercion to perform detrimental actions against others reduces empathy and guilt, a new study reports. The findings may explain why people are able to commit immoral acts that go against their ethical stance when coerced.

This shows the brain activity during insomnia

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·April 25, 2019·5 min read

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

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.

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·January 19, 2019·3 min read

Gene Therapy Promotes Nerve Regeneration

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

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·April 8, 2023·6 min read

How Do We Know if Our Brain Is Capable of Repairing Itself?

A new study examines the regenerative potential of the human brain in aging and neurological diseases, which could provide an alternative to conventional strategies for enhancing or restoring brain function. Recent single-cell transcriptomic studies in the adult human hippocampus yielded conflicting results, and the researchers found that the design, analysis, and interpretation of these studies in the adult human hippocampus can be confounded by specific issues that require particular attention and would greatly profit from an open discussion in the field.

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·September 18, 2023·5 min read

Live Imaging Reveals Axon Adaptability in Neuroplasticity

For the first time, researchers observed nerve plasticity within the axon in real-time. This adaptability focuses on the axon initial segment (AIS), a vital nerve cell component initiating electrical signals.

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·October 20, 2021·4 min read

Scientists Enable a Blind Woman to See Simple Shapes

Researchers created a form of artificial vision for a blind woman with the aid of a brain implant position in the visual cortex. The results pave the way for the creation of visual brain prosthetics to help the blind to regain sight.

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REM sleep silences the siren of the brain

Dopamine Plays Double Duty in Learning and Motivation

Loosely Wrapped Myelin Marks Early Stages of Multiple Sclerosis, Even Before Inflammation

Rats avoid to hurt other rats: Findings shed light on human empathy disorders

Nature of Immune Cells in Brain Discovered

microRNA-132: A Tiny Molecule with Potential Impact on Alzheimer’s Disease

Why Obeying Orders Can Make Us Do Terrible Things

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

Gene Therapy Promotes Nerve Regeneration

How Do We Know if Our Brain Is Capable of Repairing Itself?

Live Imaging Reveals Axon Adaptability in Neuroplasticity

Scientists Enable a Blind Woman to See Simple Shapes

Cocoa Flavanols May Boost Brain Health in Seniors

How Shift Work Disrupts Sleep

Light Therapy Shines in Treating Alzheimer’s Sleep and Mood Issues

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