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·March 10, 2018·2 min read

Brain Connections in Schizophrenia

Researchers report reduced connectivity between the thalamus and prefrontal cortex may be a common feature in those with Schizophrenia.

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·March 7, 2018·3 min read

Brain Activity at Rest Provides Clue to Intelligence

A new study reports our level of brain activity while at rest is linked to our ability to perform well in cognitive tests.

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·March 2, 2018·3 min read

How the Brain Makes Predictions

A new study will examine how the brain learns to make predictions over our lifespan.

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·February 27, 2018·3 min read

Genes Linked to Brain Anatomy in Autism

A new study reports specific genes are linked to differences in brain structure in children with ASD.

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·February 26, 2018·4 min read

Immune System Activation in Pregnant Women May Shape Developing Brain

A new study reveals immune system activation during pregnancy can have an impact on brain development in the offspring. Researchers report both short and long term brain function can be influenced by immune system activation during the third trimester.

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·February 26, 2018·3 min read

Preterm Birth Leaves Its Mark in the Functional Networks of the Brain

Preterm birth has significant and selective effects on functional networks in the frontal lobe, researchers report.

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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 23, 2018·4 min read

Brain Scans Provide Clues For the Development of Pedophilia

A new study reveals pedophilic men have increased activity in the left anterior insular cortex when viewing images of young animals.

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·February 21, 2018·4 min read

MRI Stroke Data Set Released

Researchers have compiled and released one of the largest open source data sets of MRI brain scans from stroke patients.

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·February 19, 2018·5 min read

Pioneering Technique Helps People with Schizophrenia Control Brain Activity

Researchers have developed a new technique that could allow those with schizophrenia, who do not respond to medications, to control verbal hallucinations.

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·February 14, 2018·5 min read

Everyday Activities Associated with More Gray Matter in Brains of Older Adults

Taking part in everyday physical activities, such as housework or gardening, is associated with higher gray matter density in older people, researcher report.