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·March 13, 2015·2 min read

Researchers Create “Image Fusion” by Blending Techniques

Researchers 'blend' mass spectrometry and microscopy techniques.

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·March 8, 2015·3 min read

Neuroscientists Identify New Way Several Brain Areas Communicate

Researchers have identified a new neural pathway by which several brain areas communicate within the striatum.

This image shows the brain activity in those with anorexia and BDD.

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·March 6, 2015·4 min read

People with Anorexia and Body Dysmorphic Disorder Have Similar Brain Abnormalities

A new study reports people with BDD and anorexia have similar brain abnormalities which affect their ability to process visual information.

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·March 5, 2015·2 min read

Brain Structure Varies Depending on How Trusting People Are of Others

A new neuroimaging study shows differences in brain structure according to how trusting people are of others.

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·March 5, 2015·2 min read

Human Brains Age Less than Previously Thought

According to a researchers, changes associated with brain aging could be due to vascular changes and not neural activity.

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·March 4, 2015·1 min read

Obesity Is Associated with Lowered Opioid Receptor Availability

Using neuroimaging technology, researchers discover lower numbers of opioid receptors in the brain of obese people.

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·February 26, 2015·3 min read

Study Maps Extroversion Types in the Brain’s Anatomy

A new study uses MRI technology to map the neuroanatomical differences and similarities in two different kinds of extroverts.

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·February 22, 2015·2 min read

Experimenting Preteens May Have Different Brain Processes

Researchers report preteens who like to experiment and engage in new experiences have stronger neural connections and brain processes than those who don't.

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·February 18, 2015·2 min read

New Growth Factor Indicates Possible Regenerative Effects in Parkinson’s Disease

A new study reports growth factor could have regenerative effects for those with Parkinson's disease.

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·February 16, 2015·3 min read

New Pathways Discovered to Prevent Blindness

A new study investigates the relationship between brain plasticity and vision loss.

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·February 11, 2015·3 min read

How the Brain Listens to Literature

Researchers use neuroimaging technology to measure how people immerse themselves in situations and empathize with characters when listening to literature.