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What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience often involves research from numerous science genres including brain science, psychology, neurology, computer science, artificial intelligence, big data, statistics, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, linguistics, electrophysiology, biology, anatomy and neurobiology.

The image shows two soldiers performing a computer test,

Featured Psychology

·February 13, 2013·3 min read

Gene Associated with High Anxiety Can Have Protective Effect on the Battlefield

Through a combination of genetic and psychological testing, researchers have identified factors that mitigate against PTSD. In combat, soldiers who avoided threats were more likely to develop PTSD as a result of traumatic experiences, the study found. Read More

Featured Psychology

·January 8, 2014·3 min read

Scientists Find a New Mechanism Underlying Depression

Changes in microglia underlie depressive symptoms brought on by exposure to chronic stress, a new study reports. Read More

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·June 19, 2019·6 min read

‘Alexa, monitor my heart’: Researchers develop first contactless cardiac arrest AI system for smart speakers

A new skill artificial intelligence app for smart speakers like Google Home and Amazon Echo can detect the gasping sounds of agonal breathing and call for help. The AI can detect breathing events with 97% accuracy from up to 20 meters away. Read More

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Featured Robotics

·June 10, 2014·3 min read

‘All Systems Go’ for a Paralyzed Person to Kick off the World Cup

A paralyzed person is expected to make the first kick in the World Cup this year, thanks to a new brain controlled exoskeleton with a sense of touch, designed by researchers at TUM. Read More

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·January 31, 2018·4 min read

‘Anxiety Cells’ Identified in the Hippocampus

Researchers reveal in mice, certain cells within the hippocampus fire when the animal is anxious and this triggers anxiety related behaviors to occur. Read More

Featured Neuroscience

·February 20, 2018·4 min read

‘Brain on a Chip’ Reveals How the Brain Folds

A new 'brain on a chip' study reveals the physical and biological mechanisms behind how the brain develops its folds. Read More

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Featured Neuroscience

·February 10, 2016·5 min read

‘Brain Road Map’ Reflects Behavioral Differences Between the Sexes

Researchers believe their findings could provide new insights into personalized medicine and treatments for specific disorders. Read More

Featured Genetics Neurology Pain

·October 17, 2017·3 min read

‘Busybody’ Protein May Get On Your Nerves, But That’s A Good Thing

Researchers have identified a protein that is critical for pain signaling. Read More

Featured Neurology

·October 18, 2017·2 min read

‘Cats-And-Dogs’ Test to Predict Dementia Among Parkinson’s Patients

A test that uses images of cats and dogs may prove to be a quick and effective method of predicting which patients in early stages of Parkinson's disease will develop dementia. Read More

This microscopy image shows the mouse cortex during development.

Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·November 28, 2014·2 min read

‘Chatty’ Cells Help Build the Brain

Genetic cues and communication between neurons and progenitors influence the development o the cerebral cortex, a new study reports. Read More

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·August 21, 2018·3 min read

‘Compulsivity Circuit’ in Heavy Drinkers Identified

Researchers identify a driving network for compulsivity in those with alcohol use disorders. The study reports heavy drinkers have more activity in the prefronal cortex, insular and striatum, areas of the brain critical for reward and decision making. Read More