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Featured Neuroscience

·April 4, 2016·6 min read

How Brain Activity Changes in Response to Desirable Foods

A new study reveals how brain activity alters when presented with desirable foods.

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Featured Neuroscience

·March 24, 2016·5 min read

Brain is Vital for Glucose Metabolism

According to researchers, neurons in the hypothalamus play a vital role in maintaining blood glucose levels.

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Featured Genetics

·March 24, 2016·4 min read

Sleep On It! Gene Responsible For Sleep Deprivation and Metabolic Disorders Identified

Study reports translin works to modulate sleep in response to metabolic changes.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 22, 2016·3 min read

Brain Metabolism Predicts Fluid Intelligence in Young Adults

According to researchers, healthy brain metabolism corresponds with fluid intelligence in young adults.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·March 16, 2016·4 min read

Time to Eat: Mitochondria Run on Timers

A new study mitochondria are regulated by the body's circadian clock, making when you eat just as important as what you eat.

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Featured Neurology

·March 10, 2016·4 min read

Brown Fat Keeps Blood Sugar in Check

Researchers report brown fat may also help to keep blood sugar in check in healthy adults.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·March 2, 2016·3 min read

New Approaches for Parkinson’s Treatment?

Researchers are tracking the cause of premature neuron aging in Parkinson's patients with a defective DJ-1 gene.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·March 1, 2016·3 min read

Twin Study Finds Genetics and Environment Affect Different Brain Regions

According to a new twin study, cerebral glucose metabolism plays a major role in the bilateral parietal lobe and left temporal lobe, while environmental factors influence different brain regions.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·February 26, 2016·3 min read

Feeding Behavior in Brain Regulated by Metabolism Protein

Researchers report a hormone called amylin acts in the brain to help control food consumption.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·February 26, 2016·5 min read

Poorer Memory Linked to Being Overweight

A new study reports on an association between high body mass index and poorer performance on episodic memory tests.

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Featured Psychology

·February 25, 2016·5 min read

Vigorous Exercise Boosts Neurotransmitters and May Help Restore Mental Health

A new study focuses on why exercise may be an important tool in treating depression and other disorders linked to GABA or glutamate deficiencies.

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Featured Neurology

·February 18, 2016·5 min read

Diabetes Drug May Prevent Recurring Strokes and TIA

A drug prescribed for diabetes may help prevent TIA, recurring stroke and heart attacks in people with insulin resistance not associated with diabetes.