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·July 6, 2016·4 min read

Decreased Connectivity Between Brain Regions For Those With Anger Disorder

According to a new study, people with impulsive aggression have a weakened connection between areas of the brain associated with language processing, social interaction and sensory input.

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·July 6, 2016·7 min read

Marijuana Use Dampens Brain’s Response to Reward Over Time

A new long term study of young marijuana users tracks the brain's response to reward over time. The findings indicate a lower response to reward in marijuana users.

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·July 5, 2016·5 min read

Seeing RNA at the Nanoscale

Researchers report a new microscopy technique allows scientists to pinpoint RNA molecules in the brain.

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·June 30, 2016·4 min read

Can Neuroscience Help Identify Quick Language Learners?

Resting state brain activity may predict how quickly people are able to pick up a second language, a new study reports.

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·June 30, 2016·6 min read

MRI Technique Induces Strong and Enduring Visual Associations

Researchers induce people to perceive colors that were't really there and provide evidence that the V1 and V2 visual areas are capable of associative learning.

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·June 29, 2016·4 min read

Watching the Brain During Language Learning

A new study shows how new linguistic information is integrated into the same brain areas used for your native language.

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·June 29, 2016·3 min read

New Clues About The Aging Brain’s Memory Functions

A new study links the D2 dopamine receptor to long-term episodic memory.

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·June 28, 2016·4 min read

Methylene Blue Shows Promise for Improving Short Term Memory

According to researchers, a single dose of methylene blue could enhance short-term memory and attention.

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·June 27, 2016·3 min read

Text Messaging With Smartphones Triggers a New Type of Brain Rhythm

According to researchers, sending text messages on a smartphone can alter the rhythm of brain waves.

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·June 22, 2016·8 min read

Scientists Uncover Striking Differences Between the Adult and Newborn Mouse Brain

Study reveals a mismatch between neural activity and blood flow in the brains of newborn mice, shedding light on how the developing brain feeds itself.

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·June 21, 2016·6 min read

DNA Sequencing Could Help Diagnose Brain Infections

Next generation genetic sequencing of brain tissue samples allowed researchers to identify potential brain infections.

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·June 18, 2016·4 min read

Predicting The Risk of Post Treatment Brain Bleeding Following a Stroke

Using MRI brain scans, researchers have determined there is an association between the extent of disruption to the blood-brain barrier and the severity of bleeding following a stroke.