Researchers develop a protein called NAP which protects and restores nerve cell communication in some neurodegenerative diseases. Read More
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Through a combination of genetic and psychological testing, researchers have identified factors that mitigate against PTSD. In combat, soldiers who avoided threats were more likely to develop PTSD as a result of traumatic experiences, the study found. Read More
Changes in microglia underlie depressive symptoms brought on by exposure to chronic stress, a new study reports. Read More
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··6 min readA new skill artificial intelligence app for smart speakers like Google Home and Amazon Echo can detect the gasping sounds of agonal breathing and call for help. The AI can detect breathing events with 97% accuracy from up to 20 meters away. Read More
Researchers reveal in mice, certain cells within the hippocampus fire when the animal is anxious and this triggers anxiety related behaviors to occur. Read More
A new 'brain on a chip' study reveals the physical and biological mechanisms behind how the brain develops its folds. Read More
Anthracycline based chemotherapies could have greater negative effects on cognition than nonanthracycline treatments for breast cancer survivors, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers identify a driving network for compulsivity in those with alcohol use disorders. The study reports heavy drinkers have more activity in the prefronal cortex, insular and striatum, areas of the brain critical for reward and decision making. Read More
Findings could help in the development of treatments to prevent brain inflammation associated with Alzheimer's disease. Read More
Contradicting previous studies, UC Boulder researchers report there is no clear evidence of any candidate gene associated with depression. Read More
MDMA shows promise for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder. Combining the use of Ecstasy with psychotherapy treatments resulted in a reduction of PTSD symptoms after just one session. 54% of the study participants no longer met the PTSD criteria after two sessions. Patients also reported improvements in depression symptoms. Read More
Prosopagnosia, or "face-blindness", involves an entire network, not just one area of the brain. The findings may shed light on poor facial processing abilities associated with autism. Read More
