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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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·November 5, 2024·5 min read

Does Additional Education Protect the Brain?

A recent study explored whether additional years of education lead to long-term changes in brain structure, especially in protecting against brain aging. Analyzing data from a unique natural experiment involving nearly 30,000 individuals, researchers found no detectable impact on brain structure from an additional year of education. Although education is linked to better cognitive skills and health, it does not appear to alter the brain’s physical structure in the long run.

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·November 4, 2024·4 min read

Keto Diet May Ease Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

New research suggests the ketogenic diet could help manage multiple sclerosis (MS) by promoting the production of beneficial compounds in the gut. In a study, mice on a keto diet produced the ketone body β-hydroxybutyrate (βHB), which worked with gut bacteria to create immune-modulating metabolites.

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·November 4, 2024·4 min read

Toddlers Learn Best After Experiencing Impossible Events

Young children grasp possibilities and distinctions between improbable and impossible events well before they can explain them in words. In a new study, two- and three-year-olds were found to learn more effectively after witnessing impossible events, which seem to trigger an intense curiosity.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 4, 2024·4 min read

Omega-3 and 6 Linked to Lower Cancer Risk

Higher levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are linked with a lower risk of several types of cancer, including brain, colon, stomach, and lung cancer, according to a study of over 250,000 participants. The findings highlight the potential of these "healthy fats" in cancer prevention, regardless of BMI or lifestyle. The study also suggests that omega-6 benefits are particularly effective for younger adults, especially women. Results open the door to dietary adjustments that may aid in reducing cancer risk.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 4, 2024·8 min read

Lower Blood Sugar Diet Linked to Slower Brain Aging

The Green Mediterranean diet may help slow brain aging by controlling blood sugar levels, benefiting cognitive health in older adults. The study found that lower blood sugar levels were linked to a younger brain age, particularly in regions critical for memory and sensory processing. Using advanced MRI scans, researchers observed that participants on the Green-Med diet exhibited a slower rate of brain atrophy over 18 months.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 4, 2024·5 min read

New Cell Targets Offer Hope for Treating Glioblastoma

Researchers have identified potential drug targets in glioblastoma cancer stem cells, providing a new approach to treat this aggressive brain cancer. By analyzing stem cells derived from patient tumors, scientists found two primary cell subtypes responsible for tumor growth, each with unique vulnerabilities.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 4, 2024·7 min read

16 Nerve Cell Types Identified in Human Touch

Researchers identified 16 distinct types of nerve cells involved in human touch and compared them with those in mice and macaques, showing both shared and unique traits. The study reveals unexpected complexities in how nerve cells respond to stimuli, suggesting a sensory system that integrates multiple types of sensations.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 4, 2024·5 min read

Personality Traits Linked to Physical Activity and Sedentary Patterns

A new study reveals that personality traits influence both physical activity and sedentary behavior patterns. People with resilient personalities, marked by high conscientiousness and extraversion, tend to engage in longer sessions of both physical activity and sedentary periods. In contrast, those with a brittle personality, often associated with neuroticism, interrupt sedentary times more frequently, which may benefit health. This research highlights how personality can shape health behaviors and may impact long-term well-being.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 4, 2024·7 min read

Mother’s Role in Buffering Child PTSD

A mother’s ability to regulate her response to trauma can significantly lessen PTSD symptoms in her children, particularly in high-stress regions. The research observed 131 mothers and young children in southern Israel, where security threats are prevalent, linking maternal self-regulation to reduced PTSD in children.

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·November 3, 2024·3 min read

RNA Structures Linked to Parkinson’s Protein Aggregates

Researchers have identified unique RNA structures called G-quadruplexes (G4s) that promote harmful α-synuclein protein aggregation linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s. Elevated calcium levels trigger these G4s, acting as "scaffolds" for α-synuclein clumping. Administering 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) to model mice prevented aggregation and reduced motor symptoms. This breakthrough suggests that G4-targeted therapies could offer early intervention for neurodegenerative diseases.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 3, 2024·8 min read

Researchers Create Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function

Researchers have developed tiny, wireless devices capable of wrapping around individual neurons, potentially aiding in the treatment of neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These devices, made from a soft polymer, roll up snugly around cell structures when exposed to light, allowing precise measurement and modulation of cellular activity. As they’re battery-free and actuated noninvasively by light, thousands of them could be deployed in the body simultaneously.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 3, 2024·5 min read

Building Better Brain Imaging Models for Broader Clinical Use

New research shows that predictive models linking brain activity and behavior need to generalize across diverse datasets to be useful in clinical settings. By training models on varied brain imaging datasets, researchers found that effective models can still perform accurately when tested on different datasets with unique demographic and regional characteristics.

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Neuroscience

Does Additional Education Protect the Brain?

Keto Diet May Ease Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Toddlers Learn Best After Experiencing Impossible Events

Omega-3 and 6 Linked to Lower Cancer Risk

Lower Blood Sugar Diet Linked to Slower Brain Aging

New Cell Targets Offer Hope for Treating Glioblastoma

16 Nerve Cell Types Identified in Human Touch

Personality Traits Linked to Physical Activity and Sedentary Patterns

Mother’s Role in Buffering Child PTSD

RNA Structures Linked to Parkinson’s Protein Aggregates

Researchers Create Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function

Building Better Brain Imaging Models for Broader Clinical Use

How Scientists Cracked the Ketamine Code for Depression

Brain Prioritizes “Sound Offsets” During Hearing Repair

Glucose Levels Signal the Growth of Myelin

Why Your Brain “Dreams” Even When You’re Awake

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