FeaturedNeuroscience·October 9, 2014·2 min readErasing Memory With LightUsing optogenetics, researchers erase specific memories in mice.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 8, 2014·3 min readIn a Battle of Brains, Bigger Isn’t Always BetterBigger brains don't necessarily mean greater intelligence, at least in mice and rats, a new study reports. The findings could have major implications for the future of research into learning and behavior.Read More
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FeaturedPsychology·October 7, 2014·4 min readWorking Memory Hinders Learning in SchizophreniaResearchers pinpoint working memory as a potential source of learning difficulties some people with schizophrenia experience.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 7, 2014·2 min readSugar Linked to Memory Problems in Adolescent RatsConsuming drinks which are high in sugar or high-fructose corn syrup leads to memory problems and neuroinflammation in adolescent rats, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 6, 2014·3 min readHow Memories Form: A Glimpse into the 3D BrainResearchers develop a new method for creating 3D models of the hippocampus to help investigate how memories form.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2014·3 min readHow Curiosity Changes the Brain to Enhance LearningA new study could help researchers find ways to enhance overall memory and learning in both healthy people and those with neurological problems.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 1, 2014·3 min readLift Weights, Improve Your MemoryDo you want to improve your memory? A new study suggests you participate in a spot of weight lifting.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 30, 2014·7 min readMemory Loss Associated with Alzheimer’s Reversed for First TimeA new study suggests memory loss in Alzheimer's patients may be reversed.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 29, 2014·3 min readProtein that Causes Frontotemporal Dementia also Implicated in Alzheimer’s DiseaseLow levels of progranulin shown to increase the formation of amyloid beta plaques and worsen memory deficits in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 26, 2014·2 min readNeuroscientists Use Morphed Images of Hollywood Celebrities to Reveal How Neurons Make Up Your MindNeurons fire in line with conscious recognition of images, not the actual images seen, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·September 26, 2014·2 min readProtein Pairing Builds Brain NetworksThe interaction between mGluR7 and Elfn1 is not only crucial for building neural networks, it could also be important in some neurological disorders, a new study claims.Read More
