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·March 11, 2014·2 min read

Gesturing with Hands is a Powerful Tool for Children Learning Math

According to new research, children who use their hands to gesture during math lessons obtain better understanding of the concepts taught.

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·March 6, 2014·5 min read

Scientists Create Detailed Picture of Membrane Protein Linked to Brain Disorders

Researchers gain a better understanding of the mGlu1 receptor which they believe to be a viable target for future medications to treat a number of brain disorders.

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·February 26, 2014·3 min read

Maze Puts Images on Floor Where Rats Look

Projecting images onto the floor of a maze, rodents can learn behaviors faster.

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·February 24, 2014·2 min read

New Ideas Change Your Brain Cells

A new study identifies important molecular changes which occur when people learn.

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·February 21, 2014·2 min read

Mechanism Behind the Activation of Dormant Memory Cells Discovered

Electrical stimulation of the hippocampus activates the same receptor complexes as memory recall and learning, a new study reveals.

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·February 17, 2014·4 min read

Gender and Genes Play an Important Role in Delayed Language Development

According to a new study, boys are at greater risk for delays in language development than girls.

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·February 12, 2014·4 min read

What Makes Memories Last

Researchers identify a protein which initiates the formation of stable long term memories.

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·February 12, 2014·4 min read

New Evidence That Chronic Stress Predisposes Brain to Mental Illness

Researchers show chronic stress generates long term changes in the brain. The finding could explain why people suffering from chronic stress are prone to developing additional mental health problems.