FeaturedNeurology·October 9, 2015·3 min readUsing Hypothermia to Protect Newborn BrainsResearchers confirm a neuroprotective effect of hypothermia treatments on the brains of newborns with HIE.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 7, 2015·4 min readLoss of Astrocytes Slows Signaling and May Inhibit Neural DevelopmentA new study sheds light onto the role astrocytes play in neurodevelopment.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 6, 2015·4 min readUnderstanding Thoughts of Others Enables Kids to LieChildren who are taught to reason about the mental states of others are more likely to use deception to obtain a reward, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 4, 2015·5 min readGABA Helps Control Tourette Syndrome TicsResearchers report GABA could help reduce tics in people with Tourette syndrome.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience Videos·October 4, 2015·5 min readA Single Neuron May Carry Up To 1000 Genetic MutationsA new study reports individual neurons may harbor up to 1000 genetic mutations which arise while genes are in active use and after brain development is complete.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 3, 2015·3 min readLet Kids be Kids: Giving Kids Caregiving Roles Makes Them Less Sensitive as ParentsA new study reports that young girls who are forced to take on burdensome care-giving roles become less sensitive to their own children's needs than kids who are allowed to just be kids.Read More
AutismFeatured·October 2, 2015·2 min readRobot May Help Researchers Unlock the Mysteries of AutismResearchers are using robotic toys to help children with ASD develop language and social skills.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·October 1, 2015·6 min readDiverse Mutations Reveal Lineage of NeuronsResearchers discover somatic mutations appear to occur most often in the genes neurons use most.Read More
AutismFeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 30, 2015·3 min readKey Receptor for Autism Treatment IdentifiedAccording to researchers, suppressing the activity of a specific serotonin receptor can help reduce autism relevant behaviors in mouse models.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 29, 2015·3 min readUncovering the Secrets of the Adolescent BrainA new big data study will explore the brains and minds of 10,000 children.Read More
AutismFeaturedGenetics·September 29, 2015·8 min readStudy Identifies 65 Genes Involved in AutismA new study reports researchers have identified 65 genes that play a crucial role in autism spectrum disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 29, 2015·5 min readRevealing the Brain’s Secrets to SuccessNew findings link brain connectivity to measures of personal success.Read More
