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Featured Neuroscience

·March 19, 2016·4 min read

Calcium in Brain Controls How Long We Sleep

According to a new study, slow wave sleep depends on the activity of calcium inside neurons.

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Featured Psychology

·March 17, 2016·3 min read

A Significant Link Between Suicidal Behavior and Nightmares

A new study reports the relationship between suicidal thoughts and nightmares is mediated by feelings of defeat, entrapment and hopelessness.

Featured Neurology

·March 9, 2016·5 min read

Changes in Heart Activity May Signal Epilepsy

According to a new study, the heart rate during sleep in children with epilepsy is significantly slower than in those without the condition.

Featured Psychology

·March 8, 2016·4 min read

Want to Appear More Intelligent? Get More Sleep

According to a new study, getting more sleep can help individuals appear more intelligent to others.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·March 7, 2016·4 min read

Dying to Sleep: Molecule Induces Lifesaving Sleep in Worms

Researchers have identified a protein that promotes sleep in C.elegans.

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Autism Featured Genetics

·March 4, 2016·4 min read

Gene Required to Control Behavioral States May Be Linked to Autism

Researchers have discovered a gene that plays an important role in controlling the switch of behavior between alternative states. Deletion of this gene in humans has been noted in some cases of Autism.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 3, 2016·4 min read

Brain’s GPS System Tracks Location While at Rest

A new study fills in major gaps in research about the brain's so-called 'GPS system'.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·February 29, 2016·6 min read

Sleep Loss Boosts Hunger and Unhealthy Food Choices

A new study reports sleep loss enhances endocannabinoid levels, causing hunger and a stronger desire to indulge in snacking.

Featured Psychology

·February 29, 2016·2 min read

Rest Up! Less Than 5 Hours Sleep Can Lead to Significant Cognitive Degradation

According to a new study, even elite students face significant cognitive decline if they sleep less than 5 hours a night for a week or more.

Featured Psychology

·February 29, 2016·2 min read

Children Who Snore Frequently Have an Increased Risk of Learning Difficulties

According to a new study, children who frequently snore or who have trouble breathing during sleep face an increased risk of learning difficulties and trouble concentrating.