FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 25, 2021·2 min readMen and Women Ride the Same Emotional Roller CoasterContrary to popular myths on stereotypes, women are not more emotional than men, researchers report. A new study reveals men's emotions fluctuate just as much as women's do.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·October 25, 2021·4 min readCall and Response Circuit Tells Neurons When to Grow SynapsesA new study reveals the mechanisms by which neurons and astrocytes work together to form synapses.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 25, 2021·5 min readAir Pollution Reduces Sperm Counts Through Brain InflammationA new mouse study reveals the impact of air pollution on male fertility. Researchers report air pollution reduces sperm count in mice by inducing inflammation in specific brain areas.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 25, 2021·4 min readDeterioration of Brain Cells in Parkinson’s Disease Is Slowed by Blocking the Bach1 ProteinBach1, a protein that blocks the expression of genes associated with neuroprotection, has been implicated in Parkison's disease. Researchers say blocking Bach1 slows the deterioration of brain cells in preclinical models of Parkinson's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 25, 2021·5 min readStudying a Second Language Boosts Cognitive FunctionOlder adults who studied to learn a new language showed similar improvements in critical cognitive skills as those who used brain training apps to stay sharp.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 25, 2021·6 min readArtificial Intelligence Sheds Light on How the Brain Processes LanguageArtificial intelligence sheds new light on how the brain processes language. Researchers report the human brain may use next word prediction to drive language processing.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 24, 2021·3 min readHow Did the Superstition That Broken Mirrors Cause Bad Luck Start and Why Does It Still Exist?Researchers explore the history and cultural impact of superstitions, shedding new light on why people continue to believe the unbelievable.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 24, 2021·4 min readMaintaining Balance in the BrainReducing tau can prevent abnormal brain activity associated with Alzheimer's disease, autism, and epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 24, 2021·4 min readMajority of 15 to 19 Year Olds Wanted COVID Vaccination for Altruistic ReasonsMany teens cite a desire to get a COVID vaccine in order to do their part and protect the health of those more vulnerable in their families and communities.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 24, 2021·4 min readTermite Brains Can Grow in Anticipation of a Single Moment of Flight and LightStudy reveals why select members of a termite community experience brain changes in anticipation of cognitive demands.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 24, 2021·2 min readHow the Brain and Fat Tissue CommunicateA new study aims to generate a model of how the brain and body fat communication system controls the production and release of leptin. The study aims to discover how metabolism is regulated under different environmental challenges.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 23, 2021·4 min readHow to Nurture Creativity in Your KidsResearches investigate the positive impact of nurturing creativity in children and evaluate methods for encouraging creativity.Read More