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·August 1, 2016·4 min read

Voice Control in Orangutan Gives Clues to Early Human Speech

Rocky the Orangutan may help researchers better understand how human speech evolved from the time of the great apes.

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·August 1, 2016·2 min read

Unlocking the Languages of Autistic Children in Families

According to researchers, intermedial languages and creativity can be used as a bridge to communicate with autistic children.

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·August 1, 2016·5 min read

Breastfeeding Associated With Better Brain Development and Neurocognitive Outcomes

According to a new study, preterm babies who were fed more breast milk for the first 28 days of life had larger gray matter volume and better cognitive skills by the age of 7.

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·July 26, 2016·6 min read

Genetic Factors Responsible for Creating Anatomical Patterns in the Cortex

A new study reports anatomical patterning in the brain's cortex is controlled by genetic factors.

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·July 11, 2016·8 min read

Predicting Language Deficits Following Strokes with Connectome Based Imaging

Researchers report that, following a stroke, mapping the brain's white matter connections in addition to imaging tissue damage could help to predict which patients will have language deficits and how severe they may be.

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·July 11, 2016·5 min read

Gene Contributes to Poor Speech Processing and Dyslexia

Researchers report a gene associated with dyslexia may interfere with speech processing.

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·July 7, 2016·4 min read

Baby Talk: How Parent-Child Communication From Birth to Three Sets the Stage for Success

Researchers offer specific guidance to parents about just what kind of talk is most important, and at what ages and stages in a child’s growth.

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·July 6, 2016·6 min read

Cracking the Meaning of Monkey Calls

A team of linguistics have teamed up with primatologists to crack the meaning of monkey calls.

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·July 6, 2016·4 min read

Decreased Connectivity Between Brain Regions For Those With Anger Disorder

According to a new study, people with impulsive aggression have a weakened connection between areas of the brain associated with language processing, social interaction and sensory input.