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This image shows a stained pyramidal cell.

·February 19, 2016·5 min read

Ripples of Memory

Researchers have developed a technique to look inside brain cells as they undergo the intense bursts of neural activity known as "ripples" that are thought to underlie memory formation.

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·February 19, 2016·3 min read

Brain Activity Patterns During Sleep Consolidate Memory

A good night's sleep is critical for memory consolidation, a new study reports.

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·February 18, 2016·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Drug Could Help Smokers Quit

According to a new study, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors commonly used to help treat Alzheimer's disease appear to help smokers reduce cigarette consumption.

This image shows the stunted growth of neuronal branches.

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·February 18, 2016·5 min read

Eliminating Core Schizophrenia Symptoms in Mice

Researchers use chemical compound to restore brain regions affected by schizophrenia.

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·February 17, 2016·5 min read

Key Brain Areas for Quitting Smoking Activated by Graphic Cigarette Warnings

A new study reports viewing graphic anti-smoking images on cigarette packs triggers brain activity in areas associated with emotion, memory and decision making.

Image shows positive α-Synuclein staining of a Lewy body in a patient with Parkinson's disease.

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·February 17, 2016·4 min read

Biomarker for Early Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s Disease Identified

A new study reports lower concentrations of α-synuclein in the cerebrospinal fluid of Parkinson's patients is associated with reduced cognitive performance.

Illustration showing a cut away of the brain with the locus coeruleus highlighted in blue.

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·February 16, 2016·3 min read

‘Ground Zero’ Brain Region for Alzheimer’s Highlighted

A new study reports the locus coeruleus, an area of the brain essential for maintaining cognitive function, is vulnerable to toxins and infections. This brain area appears to be the first place affected by late onset Alzheimer's.

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·February 16, 2016·4 min read

Gene Could Identify Psychosis Risk in Young Cannabis Users

Researchers have discovered a gene that could help to identify marijuana users most at risk for developing symptoms of psychosis. The study also reports female users are more susceptible to short term memory loss than males.