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Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·July 11, 2019·4 min read

‘Crosstalk’ between genes promotes brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s

Findings could help in the development of treatments to prevent brain inflammation associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·September 9, 2019·3 min read

‘Superagers’ over 80 have the memory and brain connectivity of twenty-somethings

Both the default mode network and salience network in superagers had stronger connectivity than typical older adults and similar connectivity as younger adults. Superagers performed similarly to young adults and better than typical older adults in recognition and episodic memory tasks.

Featured Psychology

·January 19, 2019·3 min read

“Happiness” Exercises Boosts Mood For Those Recovering From Addiction

Positive psychology exercises have significant benefit in boosting mood for those recovering from substance addiction, a new study reports.

Featured Neuroscience

·September 26, 2024·4 min read

“Weekend Warrior” Workouts Cut Risk of Over 200 Diseases

A new study has revealed that "weekend warrior" exercise patterns—concentrating physical activity into one or two days a week—can reduce the risk of over 200 diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. The research found that weekend warriors benefit just as much as those who exercise more evenly throughout the week, provided they meet the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise per week. The study analyzed data from nearly 90,000 individuals, highlighting the broad health benefits of staying active, regardless of how exercise is distributed.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·August 25, 2023·5 min read

3D Model Reveals T Cell Role in Alzheimer’s Progression

Researchers developed a 3D cellular model to study the interactions between brain cells and immune cells in Alzheimer's disease. This new model, based on advanced microfluidic technology, demonstrates that specific immune cells, CT8+ T Cells, amplify Alzheimer's pathology when they infiltrate the brain.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 14, 2016·6 min read

Ability to Recognize and Recall Odors May Identify Those at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers report testing both the cognitive and olfactory abilities in people could help identify those at risk for developing Alzheimer's disease.

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Autism Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 21, 2020·4 min read

Abnormally low levels of a key protein in brains of young men with autism

Males on the autism spectrum have significantly lower levels of a protein in their brains' that plays a role in inflammation and metabolism.

Featured Neuroscience

·February 8, 2017·7 min read

Advanced EEG Reveals Complex Beauty of the Sleeping Brain

New, advanced EEG technology allows researchers to easily visualize brain activity during sleep.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·March 4, 2021·5 min read

AI Helps With Drug Repurposing for Alzheimer’s

Researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence algorithm designed to examine existing drugs as potential Alzheimer's treatments.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 25, 2025·6 min read

AI Predicts Brain Cancer Recurrence in Kids

Researchers have developed an AI model that analyzes sequences of brain scans to accurately predict tumor recurrence in children with gliomas. By applying a method called temporal learning, the model interprets subtle changes in MR images taken post-treatment over time. The study found that using multiple images significantly outperforms traditional single-scan analysis, reaching prediction accuracy rates as high as 89%.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neuroscience

·May 10, 2025·7 min read

AI Tool Reads Faces to Predict Health, Aging, and Cancer Outcomes

Researchers have developed an AI tool called FaceAge that uses facial photos to estimate biological age and predict survival outcomes in cancer patients. In a study involving over 6,000 patients, those with cancer had FaceAges about five years older than their chronological age, and higher FaceAges were linked to poorer survival.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 20, 2024·5 min read

Altered States of Consciousness More Common Than Believed in Mind-Body Practices

A new study finds that altered states of consciousness (ASCs), like those experienced during meditation, are more common than previously thought. 45% of respondents reported experiencing ASCs at least once, often leading to positive outcomes. However, a significant minority also reported negative or even life-threatening suffering, highlighting the need for better support and understanding of these experiences.

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Mass General

‘Crosstalk’ between genes promotes brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s

‘Superagers’ over 80 have the memory and brain connectivity of twenty-somethings

“Happiness” Exercises Boosts Mood For Those Recovering From Addiction

“Weekend Warrior” Workouts Cut Risk of Over 200 Diseases

3D Model Reveals T Cell Role in Alzheimer’s Progression

Ability to Recognize and Recall Odors May Identify Those at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

Abnormally low levels of a key protein in brains of young men with autism

Advanced EEG Reveals Complex Beauty of the Sleeping Brain

AI Helps With Drug Repurposing for Alzheimer’s

AI Predicts Brain Cancer Recurrence in Kids

AI Tool Reads Faces to Predict Health, Aging, and Cancer Outcomes

Altered States of Consciousness More Common Than Believed in Mind-Body Practices

PCOS/PMOS Increases Alzheimer’s Risk

Alcohol Tricks Brain Cells Into Destroying Themselves

Daytime Napping Linked to Higher Risk of Dementia

Prenatal Stress Alters the Placenta to Shape Fetal Brain Development

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