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·July 26, 2017·4 min read

‘Residual Echo’ of Ancient Humans in Scans May Hold Clues to Mental Disorders

A new study in Scientific Reports finds evidence from MRI scans suggests Neanderthal derived genetic variations affect how the brains of modern humans work. Findings may shed light on specific deficits seen in ASD and schizophrenia, researchers believe.

Featured Genetics

·August 23, 2017·8 min read

You and Some ‘Cavemen’ Get a Genetic Checkup

A new study looks at genomic changes through human evolution and finds, for the most part, evolution has improved the genetic foundations for human health in the most part. However, modern humans appear to be at more of a genetic predisposition to mental health problems than our ancestors.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·March 14, 2018·3 min read

Compassion Helped Neanderthals Survive

Compassion and helping care for their injured may have been key to Neanderthal survival, researchers report.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·December 13, 2018·4 min read

Neanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain Evolution

Researchers report modern humans who carry particular Neanderthal DNA fragments have slightly less rounded heads. The findings shed light on the evolution of modern brain shape and function.

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Neanderthal

‘Residual Echo’ of Ancient Humans in Scans May Hold Clues to Mental Disorders

You and Some ‘Cavemen’ Get a Genetic Checkup

Compassion Helped Neanderthals Survive

Neanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain Evolution

Poor Oral Health May Contribute to Declines in Brain Health

Sparse, Small, but Diverse Neural Connections Help Make Perception Reliable and Efficient

Babies Remember Faces Despite Face Masks

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A Drug That Increases Dopamine Can Reverse the Effects of Inflammation on the Brain in Depression

When Chronic Stress Activates These Neurons, Behavioral Problems Like Loss of Pleasure and Depression Result

People With Autism Experience Pain at a Higher Intensity

Using Running to Escape Everyday Stresses May Lead To Exercise Dependence Instead of Mental Well-being

Poor Oral Health May Contribute to Declines in Brain Health

Sparse, Small, but Diverse Neural Connections Help Make Perception Reliable and Efficient

Babies Remember Faces Despite Face Masks

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