Latest

MRI

This image shows the relationship between the brain surface expansion and age in children, 3-20 years.

Featured Psychology

·March 31, 2015·3 min read

Child’s Brain Development Correlatively Linked to Socioeconomic Status and Parental Education Level

Neuroimaging study finds correlation between a child's brain development and the socioeconomic status of their family.

This image shows an electroconvulsive therapy machine on display at Glenside Museum.

Featured Psychology

·March 30, 2015·4 min read

Changes to Brain Areas Associated with Emotion and Memory Induced by ECT

According to a new study, electroconvulsive therapy causes changes to areas of the brain responsible for memory and emotion.

This shows s red and green button with the instructions to press either left or right written under them.

Featured Psychology

·March 27, 2015·4 min read

How the Brain Switches Strategies to Find Better Solutions

Researchers explore how the brain is able to switch from an ongoing strategy to a new, more efficient one.

This shows mri scan of a healthy brain and one with TBI.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·March 25, 2015·3 min read

TBI Patients Show Signs of Faster Brain Aging

According to a new study, patients with TBI show brain structure changes most often seen in older people.

Image shows the effects of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) on the developing brain.

Featured Psychology

·March 25, 2015·3 min read

Behavioral and Cognitive Impairment Linked to Prenatal Exposure to Everyday Air Pollutants

Researchers report prenatal exposure to PAH can contribute to offspring developing behavioral and cognitive problems due to disruptive effects on early brain development.

Images shows the white matter structure of the human brain.

Featured Psychology

·March 19, 2015·3 min read

Brain Networks Differ Among Those with Severe Schizophrenia

A new study reports people with severe schizophrenia have significant differences in their brain networks compared to others with less severe schizophrenia.

The VPC is outlined in yellow in this brain image.

Featured Psychology

·March 5, 2015·2 min read

Brain Structure Varies Depending on How Trusting People Are of Others

A new neuroimaging study shows differences in brain structure according to how trusting people are of others.

This image shows brain scans with higher levels of gray matter marked in red.

Featured Psychology

·February 26, 2015·3 min read

Study Maps Extroversion Types in the Brain’s Anatomy

A new study uses MRI technology to map the neuroanatomical differences and similarities in two different kinds of extroverts.

This image shows a model of a human brain.

Featured Neurology

·February 22, 2015·2 min read

Experimenting Preteens May Have Different Brain Processes

Researchers report preteens who like to experiment and engage in new experiences have stronger neural connections and brain processes than those who don't.