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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.

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·December 21, 2024·8 min read

Rare Brain Cells Offer Clues to Aging and Rejuvenation

A study reveals how brain cell interactions influence aging, showing that rare cell types either accelerate or slow brain aging. Neural stem cells provide a rejuvenating effect on neighboring cells, while T cells drive aging through inflammation.

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·December 20, 2024·5 min read

Structural Sexism Tied to Faster Memory Decline in Older Women

Women born in states with higher structural sexism experience faster memory decline later in life, with effects equivalent to nine years of cognitive aging. Structural sexism encompasses societal inequities like unequal labor force participation and underrepresentation in government, which create systemic barriers to health. The impact is particularly pronounced among Black women, highlighting the intersection of sexism and racism.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·December 20, 2024·8 min read

Chronic Gut Virus May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Development

Researchers have linked chronic intestinal infections caused by cytomegalovirus (HCMV) to a unique subtype of Alzheimer’s disease. The virus may travel from the gut to the brain via the vagus nerve, altering immune responses and contributing to hallmark Alzheimer’s changes like amyloid plaques and tau tangles. While HCMV infection is common and typically harmless, this study found that it may cause chronic brain inflammation in certain individuals.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·December 20, 2024·5 min read

AI Estimates Brain Age, Links Lifestyle to Cognitive Health

Researchers used AI to analyze brain images from 70-year-olds, estimating their biological brain age and uncovering connections to lifestyle and health factors. Diabetes, inflammation, and high glucose levels were linked to older-looking brains, while regular exercise and healthy habits were associated with younger-looking brains.

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Featured Neuroscience

·December 20, 2024·5 min read

Serotonin, GABA, and Dopamine Drive Hunger and Feeding

A new study has revealed how brain circuits and neurotransmitters regulate meal initiation, offering insights into obesity management. Researchers identified serotonin neurons in the midbrain's dorsal Raphe nucleus (DRN) as key players, inhibited by GABA and dopamine when hunger strikes.

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·December 20, 2024·4 min read

How Alcohol Impairs the Brain’s Ability to Adapt and Learn

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) disrupts cognitive flexibility, crucial for learning and adapting to change. New research reveals that chronic alcohol exposure alters the firing patterns of cholinergic interneurons (CINs), key neurons in the brain’s striatum that regulate dopamine and influence reward-driven learning.

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·December 19, 2024·5 min read

70 Is the New 60: Age Related Declines Slowing in Older People

study highlights significant improvements in the physical and mental functioning of older adults in England compared to previous generations. Using data from the English Longitudinal Study of Aging, researchers found that advancements in education, nutrition, sanitation, and medical care have likely contributed to better health outcomes. For instance, a 68-year-old born in 1950 exhibited similar capacities to a 62-year-old born a decade earlier.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·December 19, 2024·7 min read

New Genetic Link to Autism Identified on X Chromosome

Researchers identified variants in the DDX53 gene, located on the X chromosome, as contributors to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These genetic variants, found predominantly in males, provide critical insights into the biological mechanisms behind autism’s male predominance. The study also uncovered another potential gene, PTCHD1-AS, near DDX53, linked to autism, emphasizing the complexity of ASD’s genetic architecture.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·December 19, 2024·4 min read

Notochord Guides Neural and Spinal Formation

Scientists have developed human stem cell models containing the notochord, a critical tissue that guides spine and nervous system formation during embryonic development. Using precise chemical signals inspired by natural processes in chicken, mouse, and monkey embryos, the researchers successfully coaxed human stem cells to form a notochord and a miniature trunk-like structure. This innovation mirrors key features of human development and could advance the study of spine-related birth defects and conditions like intervertebral disc degeneration.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·December 18, 2024·4 min read

Genes Behind Dyslexia Linked to Brain Changes in Motor, Vision, and Language

A large-scale study revealed that genetic variants linked to dyslexia are associated with differences in brain areas controlling motor coordination, vision, and language. Using data from over a million individuals, researchers calculated genetic "polygenic scores" for dyslexia and analyzed their relationship to brain structures. Higher genetic risk for dyslexia was tied to lower volumes in brain regions related to speech processing and movement, and increased volumes in the visual cortex.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·December 18, 2024·4 min read

Open-World Video Games Boost Relaxation and Mental Well-Being

Open-world video games can significantly improve relaxation and mental health, especially for postgraduate students. These games, offering expansive environments and player autonomy, provide a form of cognitive escapism that helps reduce stress and enhance mood.

Auditory Neuroscience Featured Neuroscience

·December 18, 2024·3 min read

Soundless Minds: When the Mind Hears No Inner Voice

Some people experience anauralia, a silent mind incapable of imagining sounds like voices or music. Scientists and creatives will explore this phenomenon at the "Mind’s Ear and Inner Voice" conference in April, hosted in Auckland.

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Neuroscience

Rare Brain Cells Offer Clues to Aging and Rejuvenation

Structural Sexism Tied to Faster Memory Decline in Older Women

Chronic Gut Virus May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Development

AI Estimates Brain Age, Links Lifestyle to Cognitive Health

Serotonin, GABA, and Dopamine Drive Hunger and Feeding

How Alcohol Impairs the Brain’s Ability to Adapt and Learn

70 Is the New 60: Age Related Declines Slowing in Older People

New Genetic Link to Autism Identified on X Chromosome

Notochord Guides Neural and Spinal Formation

Genes Behind Dyslexia Linked to Brain Changes in Motor, Vision, and Language

Open-World Video Games Boost Relaxation and Mental Well-Being

Soundless Minds: When the Mind Hears No Inner Voice

Frontal Cortex Maps and Controls Visual and Auditory Attention Shifts

Lifetime Estrogen Exposure Shields Women from Brain Atrophy

Awake Brain Probes Map Spontaneous vs. Fake Laughter

Surface Brain Signals Mislead Movement Disorder Research

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