FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 2, 2011·3 min readTo Relieve Back Aches, Cornell Researchers Create Bioengineered Spinal Disc ImplantsEvery year, millions of people contend with lower back and neck discomfort. With intent to ease their pain, Cornell University...Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·July 14, 2011·2 min readBreathing Restored after Spinal Cord Injury in Rodent ModelStudy published in the online issue of Nature on July 14 Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine...Read More
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FeaturedNeurology·June 20, 2011·2 min readBrain Pathway Links Nicotine and Weight LossSmokers often gain weight when they quit. A new study in mice may help explain why. Scientists have pinpointed a...Read More
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FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 2, 2011·3 min readResearchers Map, Measure Brain’s Neural ConnectionsComputer scientists at Brown University have created software to examine neural circuitry in the human brain. The 2-D neural maps...Read More
Autism·May 25, 2011·3 min readAutism Changes Molecular Structure of the BrainDiscovery points to a common cause for multifaceted disease For decades, autism researchers have faced a baffling riddle: how to...Read More
AutismNeurology·April 28, 2011·2 min read5-minute Screen Identifies Subtle Signs of Autism in 1-year oldsNIH-funded study demonstrates feasibility and effectiveness of conducting systematic screening during well-baby check-ups A five-minute checklist that parents can fill...Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 19, 2011·2 min readEffects of Obesity On the Brain: Sex-Related Differences in the Brain’s White MatterEffects of obesity on the brain: first evidence of sex-related differences in the brain’s white matter structure Obesity is today...Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 14, 2011·3 min readEyes Made of Rock Let Chitons See PredatorsUsing eyes made of a calcium carbonate crystal, a simple mollusk may have evolved enough vision to spot potential predators,...Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 9, 2011·2 min readPeople Control Thoughts Better When They See Their Brain ActivityAs humans face increasing distractions in their personal and professional lives, University of British Columbia researchers have discovered that people...Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 7, 2011·2 min readFreeway Air Bad for Mouse BrainStudy finds brain damage typical of aging and memory loss after short-term exposure to vehicle pollution If mice commuted, their...Read More
