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·May 6, 2021·4 min read

The Cerebellum May Have Played an Important Role in the Evolution of the Human Brain

The cerebellum underwent evolutionary changes that may have contributed to the development of language, culture, and tool use in humans, a new study reveals.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·May 5, 2021·2 min read

A Touch From a Conversing Robot Is Linked to Positive Emotional State

People who were touched by conversational humanoid robots report positive emotional states and were more likely to comply with requests made by the robot.

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·April 26, 2021·4 min read

Normally Harmless Cell Molecule Triggers Neuron Death

FPP, an intermediate in the mevalonate pathway, may trigger cell death in certain situations. The findings shed new light on neurological damage caused by stroke.

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·April 14, 2021·6 min read

Women Describe Specific Techniques to Increase Their Own Pleasure

Survey study identifies four main techniques women feel enhance their sexual pleasure. Researchers say understanding the dynamics of pleasure and satisfaction experienced during sexual encounters is critical to good sexual health overall.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·April 13, 2021·4 min read

Human Screams Communicate At Least Six Emotions

Study identifies six psycho-acoustically distinct types of screams, relaying emotions such as pain, anger, fear, joy, sadness, and pleasure. Non-alarming screams, such as expressions of joy and pleasure, are perceived and processed by the brain more effectively than screams of alarm.

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·April 9, 2021·3 min read

Higher Rates of Chronic Pain in Women Linked to Genetics

Genetics may help explain why women are at higher risk for developing chronic pain disorders than men. The study also sheds light on the role the central nervous system plays in the development of chronic pain.

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·March 24, 2021·4 min read

Higher Education Levels Linked to Greater Well-Being for Women

Women who embarked on higher education reported better overall psychological well-being, positive affect, and reduced psychological distress.

Featured Genetics Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 25, 2021·4 min read

Two New Genes Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease Discovered

A new study of gene expression in the hippocampus has unveiled two new genes potentially implicated in Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·February 24, 2021·4 min read

Atheists and Believers Both Have Moral Compasses, but With Key Differences

Atheists are more likely to believe the morality of an action is based on its consequences, while theists are more inclined to endorse moral values that promote group cohesion. Both believers and non-believers share moral values related to protecting vulnerable individuals and liberty versus oppression, a new study concludes.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·December 16, 2020·4 min read

Training Methods Based on Punishment Compromise Dog Welfare

Using aversive stimuli and punishments to train dogs leads to increased stress and anxiety in the animals.

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·December 15, 2020·6 min read

Better Heart Health Scores in Midlife Linked to Lower Risk of Late-Life Dementia

Better cardiovascular health in midlife was associated with a decreased risk of developing dementia later in life.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·December 7, 2020·3 min read

Machine Learning Identifies New Brain Network Signature of Major Depression

Using data from neuroimaging, a machine learning algorithm has identified key functional neural connections that could serve as a biomarker in the diagnosis of major depressive disorder.

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The Cerebellum May Have Played an Important Role in the Evolution of the Human Brain

A Touch From a Conversing Robot Is Linked to Positive Emotional State

Normally Harmless Cell Molecule Triggers Neuron Death

Women Describe Specific Techniques to Increase Their Own Pleasure

Human Screams Communicate At Least Six Emotions

Higher Rates of Chronic Pain in Women Linked to Genetics

Higher Education Levels Linked to Greater Well-Being for Women

Two New Genes Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease Discovered

Atheists and Believers Both Have Moral Compasses, but With Key Differences

Training Methods Based on Punishment Compromise Dog Welfare

Better Heart Health Scores in Midlife Linked to Lower Risk of Late-Life Dementia

Machine Learning Identifies New Brain Network Signature of Major Depression

Hearing Aids Linked to 23% Lower Dementia Risk in Epilepsy

Reading Is the Ultimate Cognitive Enhancer

Dual Brain-Machine Interfaces Unlock Bionic Hand Kinesthesia

Overcoming Endothelial Sorting to Cure Glioblastoma

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