FeaturedNeuroscience·October 29, 2018·6 min readBreast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut MicrobesResearchers say that while modern formulas and breast milk encourage the growth of similar kinds of gut bacteria in babies, the bacteria work differently.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 29, 2018·3 min readIrritability in Young Children May Be a Sign of Deeper Mental Health IssueFrequent angry outbursts in children may be a sign of deeper mental health issues, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 29, 2018·5 min readDaytime Naps May Hinder Learning in Children with Down SyndromeA new study reports that while an afternoon naps are beneficial for memory and learning in typically developing children, in those with Down syndrome, napping may increase memory loss.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 29, 2018·4 min readBrainwave Activity Reveals Potential Biomarker for ASDResearchers have identified a possible biomarker that could help expedite ASD diagnosis in children. The study revealed children with autism have lower frequency motor related gamma oscillations.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscience·October 28, 2018·5 min readUnique Patterns of Neural Communications Discovered in Brains of Autistic ChildrenA new study reveals unique connections within brain networks in children on the autism spectrum. Researchers say, in ASD, the amygdala shows marked differences in connection with the occipital cortex than in typically developing children.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·October 25, 2018·4 min readSurprising Network Activity in the Immature BrainSpontaneously generated patterns of activity by local neural networks in the developing visual cortex provide the basis for long range connections that are established throughout brain activity over the course of cortical development, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 23, 2018·6 min readGut Microbiota of Infants Predicts Obesity in ChildrenA new study reports the gut microbiota composition of a child at 2 years of age is associated with body mass index at age 12. Researchers say studying a toddler's gut bacteria may help identify children most at risk of obesity.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 19, 2018·4 min readColored Filter Improves Dyslexic Children’s Reading SpeedUsing a green filter help to increase reading speed for children with dyslexia, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·October 18, 2018·4 min readHow Rare Gene Mutation Affects Brain Development and MemoryResearchers have identified a rare genetic mutation that alters brain development in mice. The mutation appears to cause impairment in memory and disrupts neurotransmission. The study reports memory problems may be improved by transplanting progenitor cells capable of generating inhibitory interneurons into the hippocampus.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 18, 2018·4 min readAstrocytes Have an Unexpected Role in Brain PlasticityA new study reports a protein made by astrocytes plays a critical role in brain plasticity by assisting with neural maturation and flexibility.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 16, 2018·4 min readDads’ Nicotine Use May Cause Cognitive Problems for Children and GrandchildrenResearchers report a father's exposure to nicotine may have lasting effects on the cognitive development of his offspring. The study reports nicotine exposure may cause epigenetic alterations in key genes within the father's sperm, affecting not only his direct children but also grandchildren.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 15, 2018·4 min readMany Cases of Dementia May Arise From Non-Inherited DNA ‘Spelling Mistakes’Researchers report spontaneous errors in DNA that arise as our cells divide and reproduce may be at the root of Alzheimer's disease. The findings suggest the cause of certain neurodegenerative diseases could be traced back to embryonic development.Read More
