How hunger makes food tastier
Study identifies the neural circuits that cause hunger-induced increases in the preference for sweet foods and decreased sensitivity to aversive tastes.... Read More...
lateral septum
Study finds hub linking movement and motivation in the brain
The lateral septum encodes speed and acceleration information as an animal navigates and learns how to obtain a reward from its environment.... Read More...
Origins of “Rage” Identified in Brain
Researchers have been able to tie unprovoked violent outbursts in male mice to damage to the lateral septum.... Read More...
Worry on the Brain
Researchers discover neural circuitry which promotes stress induced anxiety.... Read More...
The Love Hormone is Two-Faced
The 'love hormone' oxytocin can strengthen bad memories and induce future fear and anxiety, a new study suggests.... Read More...