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Inflammation inhibitor blocks neurodevelopmental disorders in mouse model

Neuroscience NewsMarch 20, 2019

Increased levels of epoxide hydrolase in the prefrontal cortex were found in the brains of young mice whose mothers had suffered infection during pregnancy. Inhibiting epoxide hydrolase reverses cognitive and social deficits associated with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ASD.... Read More...

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A Reciprocal Relationship Between Obesity and Self Control

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 26, 2019

Researchers report obesity may be a result of reduced activity in the prefrontal cortex, which can influence self control and predispose a person to overeating. ... Read More...

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Ritalin Has No Effect on Primate Prefrontal Cortex

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 25, 2019

Even at doses that help improve monkeys' attention, researchers observe no differences of neural activity in the prefrontal cortex after administering Ritalin.... Read More...

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Ritalin Drives Greater Connection Between Brain Areas Key to Memory and Attention

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

A new neuroimaging study reveals methylphenidate, better known as Ritalin, increases the level of dopamine available in the caudate. Along with increased dopamine levels, researchers also notice greater functional connectivity between the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus and precuneus, three areas of the brain associated with memory and attention.... Read More...

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How the Brain Switches Between Different Sets of Rules

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

Researchers have identified a region of the thalamus that helps us switch between appropriate behavior required for different contexts.... Read More...

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Making Moves and Memories: Are They Connected?

Neuroscience NewsNovember 15, 2018

Researchers have identified a new role for the cerebellum. Rather than just helping to control muscle activity, the cerebellum may also play a critical role in cognitive functions. ... Read More...

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Adolescent Cannabis Use Alters Development of Planning and Self Control Brain Areas

Neuroscience NewsNovember 7, 2018

Researchers report adolescent cannabis use alters the structural development of the prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain that helps control higher cognitive functions.... Read More...

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How Binge Drinking and Stress Affect Males and Females Differently: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsOctober 10, 2018

A new study reveals a history of binge drinking leads to more instances of drinking under stress and when anxious in males, but not in females.... Read More...

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How the Brain and Personality Provide Protection Against Emotional Distress

Neuroscience NewsAugust 30, 2018

A new study reports personality traits can help protect an individual's brain against symptoms of emotional distress, such as anxiety and depression.... Read More...

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The Link Between Obesity, Genetics and the Brain

Neuroscience NewsAugust 28, 2018

A new study sheds light on the roles both genetics and neuroanatomy play in obesity. Researchers report those with higher BMI had reduced cognitive flexibility, reduced ability to delay gratification and worse verbal memory. Additionally, those with increased BMI have increased amygdala and left prefrontal cortex volume.... Read More...

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Binge Drinking During Adolescence Impairs Working Memory: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsJuly 20, 2018

Researchers say teens who start drinking prior to age 15 and who also binge drink are more likely to have memory problems as adults. Additionally, early binge drinking may indicate later risk for developing alcoholism.... Read More...

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Maged1 Gene Protects Against Cocaine Addiction

Neuroscience NewsJuly 13, 2018

A new study reports mice lacking the Maged1 gene are unable to acquire an addiction to cocaine.... Read More...

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Inflammation inhibitor blocks neurodevelopmental disorders in mouse model

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New study reshapes understanding of how the brain recovers from injury

Brain-inspired AI inspires insights about the brain (and vice versa)

Inflammation inhibitor blocks neurodevelopmental disorders in mouse model

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New study reshapes understanding of how the brain recovers from injury

Inflammation inhibitor blocks neurodevelopmental disorders in mouse model

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Inflammation inhibitor blocks neurodevelopmental disorders in mouse model

A Reciprocal Relationship Between Obesity and Self Control

Ritalin Has No Effect on Primate Prefrontal Cortex

Ritalin Drives Greater Connection Between Brain Areas Key to Memory and Attention

How the Brain Switches Between Different Sets of Rules

Making Moves and Memories: Are They Connected?

Adolescent Cannabis Use Alters Development of Planning and Self Control Brain Areas

How Binge Drinking and Stress Affect Males and Females Differently: Mouse Study

The Link Between Obesity, Genetics and the Brain

Binge Drinking During Adolescence Impairs Working Memory: Mouse Study

Maged1 Gene Protects Against Cocaine Addiction