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Gender Differences in Parkinson’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsJune 16, 2018

Not only do women appear to be better protected against the effects of Parkinson's disease, a new study reveals a gender specific pathology exists in women with the disease as soon as the symptoms appear.... Read More...

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The Learning Brain is Less Flexible Than We Thought

Neuroscience NewsMarch 13, 2018

According to researchers, when learning a new task, the brain is less flexible than previously believed.... Read More...

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Electrical Stimulation in Brain Bypasses Senses and Instructs Movement

Neuroscience NewsDecember 8, 2017

University of Rochester researchers report low levels of electrical stimulation delivered to areas of the brain responsible for movement can instruct an appropriate response, replacing signals for sensory processing.... Read More...

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Advanced Artificial Limbs Mapped in the Brain

Neuroscience NewsOctober 27, 2017

Following targeted motor and sensory reinnervation, a procedure that reroutes residual limb nerves to intact muscles and skin in amputees, the brain remaps both motor and sensory pathways. Additionally, researchers note, TMSR may help counteract poorly adapted cortical plasticity following amputation.... Read More...

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Why is Yawning So Contagious and Why Should it Matter

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 1, 2017

According to a new Current Biology study, contagious yawning is triggered by primitive reflexes in the primary motor cortex.... Read More...

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Memory Insight May Prove Beneficial For Those With Brain Damage

Neuroscience NewsMay 20, 2017

A new study reveals multiple parts of the brain are associated with memory processing. Findings could help develop new strategies to treat those with brain injuries.... Read More...

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Image shows the location of the motor cortex in the human brain.

Motor Cortex Contributes to Word Comprehension

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 15, 2017

Comprehension of words relies on areas of the brain associated with motor control as well as 'classic' language centers, researchers report.... Read More...

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Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Improves Cognitive Control

Neuroscience NewsDecember 16, 2016

Applying transcranial direct current stimulation to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex can help to improve cognitive control and may be a beneficial treatment for those with autism, schizophrenia and ADHD, a new study reports.... Read More...

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