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More is Better When Coordinating with Others

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 12, 2019

According to researchers, physical coordination is more beneficial in larger groups. The findings could help improve current physical rehabilitation techniques by training patients in groups to improve movement skills. ... Read More...

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Voluntary Control of Brainwaves in Deep Brain of Parkinson’s Patients

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2019

Researchers have developed a neurofeedback system which allows Parkinson's patients to voluntarily control beta wave activity in the subthalamic nucleus.... Read More...

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NBA Players Who Shine Early Stay Skilled for Longer

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 28, 2019

Researchers report NBA players who are more skilled than their peers early in their careers remain more skilled as they age. Additionally, they have a slower decline in their performance after the peak of their careers.... Read More...

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Boys with Good Motor Skills Excel at Problem Solving Too

Neuroscience NewsDecember 17, 2018

Researchers report boys with better motor skills tend to have higher cognitive scores over a two year follow up period than those with poorer motor skills. Additionally, boys with higher aerobic fitness had poorer cognition during the two year follow up than those with lower fitness levels.... Read More...

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Footwear Habits Influence Child and Adolescent Motor Skill Development

Neuroscience NewsJuly 11, 2018

A new study reveals children who are habitually barefoot show significantly different motor skills between the ages of 6-10 than those who are habitually shod. Researchers report those who are habitually barefoot have better balance and jumping skills.... Read More...

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15 Minutes of Exercise Creates Optimal Brain State for Mastering New Motor Skills

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2018

A new study reports a short burst of exercise can dramatically improve long term retention of new motor skills.... Read More...

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Throw Like a Girl? No, He or She Hasn’t Been Taught

Neuroscience NewsJune 5, 2018

Researchers say many children, especially girls, aren't taught basic motor skills like throwing or running. The researchers are developing an improved movement curriculum to increase motor skill competence in preschool aged children.... Read More...

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Monkeys’ Brain Synchronize as They Collaborate to Perform a Motor Task

Neuroscience NewsMarch 29, 2018

A new study reports when a pair of monkeys interact during a social task, their brains show episodes of high synchronization.... Read More...

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Vagus Nerve Stimulation Boosts Post-Stroke Motor Skill Recovery

Neuroscience NewsMarch 28, 2018

Vagus nerve stimulation coupled with physical therapy following a stroke can significantly help to boost motor skill recovery, researchers report. ... Read More...

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Autism Genetics Study Calls Attention to Motor Skills and General Cognitive Impairment

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 8, 2018

A new study of the genetic factors associated with ASD draws attention to the impact autism can have on motor skills and cognitive function.... Read More...

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Does Defense Actually Win Championships?

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 14, 2018

Researchers analyse whether a good defensive team has the ability to put on the pressure and win sports championships.... Read More...

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Vision, Sensory and Motor Testing Could Predict Best Batters in Baseball

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 8, 2018

A study of 252 professional baseball players revealed those who scored higher on a series of computerized motor and visual tasks had better batting averages and fewer strikeouts than their peers with lower scores.... Read More...

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