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·November 7, 2014·3 min read

Where the Brain Makes Difficult Decisions

Researchers reveal the role the orbitofrontal cortex plays in executive control.

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·November 6, 2014·4 min read

Scientists Create Parkinson’s Disease in a Dish

A new study reports researchers have successfully created a human stem cell model of Parkinson's disease in a dish.

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·November 5, 2014·4 min read

Blocking Mitochondrial Fission Shows Potential as an Effective Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

Inhibition of the Drp1 mitochondrial fission protein shows potential as a treatment for Parkinson's disease.

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·November 4, 2014·4 min read

Researchers Claim to Have Discovered Genetic Markers for Alcoholism Recovery

Researchers identify genetic markers which could help identify people who may benefit from a specific alcoholism treatment medication.

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·November 3, 2014·3 min read

Radiation a Risk Factor for Meningioma Brain Tumors in Young People

Exposure to radiation appears to increase the risk of developing meningioma brain cancer in people under the age of 30, a new study reports.

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·October 24, 2014·2 min read

Navigation for Nerve Cells

Researchers report FLRT proteins guide precursors of pyramidal cells during neurodevelopment.

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·October 22, 2014·2 min read

Gait and Dementia Link Confirmed

A new study reports on a definitive link between gait and early changes in cognitive function in Parkinson's patients.

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·October 20, 2014·4 min read

Researchers Untangle the Biological Effects of Blue Light

Melanopsin and S-cones battle for control of the pupil under blue light.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 20, 2014·4 min read

Rapid Agent Restores Pleasure Seeking Ahead of Other Antidepressant Action

Treatment resistant bipolar disorder patients experienced a reversal of a key symptom 40 minutes after a single infusion of ketamine, a new study reports.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 17, 2014·4 min read

Research Could Help Improve Bladder Function Among People with Spinal Cord Injuries

Epidural stimulation enabled rats with spinal cord injuries to better control their bladders, a new study reports.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 17, 2014·3 min read

YouTube as Peer Support for People with Severe Mental Illness

YouTube and other social media sites can help people with severe mental illnesses find and provide peer support, researchers report.

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·October 16, 2014·4 min read

Scientists Find ‘Hidden Brain Signatures’ of Consciousness in Vegetative State Patients

Researchers report finding hidden signatures in the brains of vegetative state patients that point to networks which support consciousness, even if the patient appears to be unresponsive.