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·February 23, 2018·3 min read

Being Raised in Greener Neighborhoods May Have Beneficial Effects on Brain Development

Early life exposure to greenspace may result in beneficial structural changes in the developing brain, researchers report. The study found children who grew up in areas surrounded by greenspace had better working memory and were more attentive than those who lived in more urban environments.

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·February 22, 2018·6 min read

Separate Brain Systems Cooperate During Learning

A new study reveals two different brain systems work in conjunction during the learning process.

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·February 21, 2018·5 min read

Movie Memento Uncovers How the Brain Remembers and Interprets Events From Clues

Using the movie Memento, researchers discover how the brain creates memories to piece together complex story lines.

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·February 20, 2018·3 min read

Every Experience the Brain Perceives is Unique

A new study reports neural activity in the prefrontal cortex reacts as though every experience is brand new, even if the event is similar to ones that have previously occurred. Researchers say this could account for feelings of déjà vu.

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·February 16, 2018·4 min read

Epilepsy Study Links Mossy Brain Cells to Seizures and Memory Loss

Researchers have implicated mossy cells in both seizures and memory problems in those with temporal lobe epilepsy.

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·February 16, 2018·2 min read

Researchers Crack Code to Restoring Memory Creation in Older or Damaged Brains

Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in restoring the ability to form lasting memories in older or damaged brains.

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·February 15, 2018·3 min read

Running Helps Brain Stave off Effects of Chronic Stress

Researchers report running can help mitigate the impact chronic stress has on the hippocampus.

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·February 15, 2018·3 min read

Not Being Aware of Memory Problems Predicts Onset of Alzheimer’s

According to researchers, those at risk of developing Alzheimer's who lack awareness of their memory declining, have a threefold increased likelihood of developing dementia within two years.

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·February 15, 2018·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Drug Repairs Brain Damage After Alcohol Binges: Rat Study

Researchers report a drug used to slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease may help to reverse memory and learning problems in teens who binge drink.