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Detecting dementia’s damaging effects before it’s too late

Neuroscience NewsMay 13, 2019

Using MEG neuroimaging, researchers identify abnormalities in functional activity in brain regions which look structurally normal on conventional MRI scans. The findings could help with early detection of primary progressive aphasia.... Read More...

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Autism symptoms reduced nearly 50% two years after fecal transplant

Neuroscience NewsApril 9, 2019

Arizona State University researchers claim microbiota transfer therapy reduces symptoms associated with autism and gastrointestinal problems for two years post-treatment. The study suggests MTT may be a promising option for helping to treat children with ASD who also have GI problems. The researchers stress further research, including double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trials with a larger cohort be carried out. ... Read More...

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How the brain finds meaning in metaphor

Neuroscience NewsApril 2, 2019

EEG study reveals the use of metaphors elicits bigger N400s in the brain than abstract verbs. ... Read More...

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Feeling Stressed? Having a Partner Present, Even in Your Mind, May Keep Blood Pressure Down

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2019

According to researchers, thinking about your romantic partner when you are under a stressful situation can help to lower your blood pressure and heart rate.... Read More...

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Controlling Neurons with Light, But Without Wires or Batteries

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 5, 2019

Researchers have developed a new, wireless optogenetic device which is able to control neurons in the brain. The device could help turn off pain receptors and reduce the effects of some neurological disorders.... Read More...

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Daytime Naps May Hinder Learning in Children with Down Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsOctober 29, 2018

A new study reports that while an afternoon naps are beneficial for memory and learning in typically developing children, in those with Down syndrome, napping may increase memory loss.... Read More...

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Testing Autobiographical Memory for Early Alzheimer’s Detection

Neuroscience NewsAugust 24, 2018

Researchers report administering an autobiographical memory test to those with genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's may determine who will develop the disease. The study found those with the APOE e4 mutation describe autobiographical memories in much less detail than those without the mutation. ... Read More...

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CMV Virus May Boost Our Immune System

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2018

Researchers report the cytomegalovirus may actually boost, not weaken, our immune systems.... Read More...

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Smoking and Lack of Exercise Linked to Early Death After Divorce

Neuroscience NewsMay 29, 2018

Researchers implicate an increased likelihood of smoking and lower levels of physical activity following divorce in elevated risks of early death.... Read More...

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To Improve Future Relationship With Your Kids, Turn Up the Music

Neuroscience NewsMay 2, 2018

A new study reports music can have a positive impact on the parent child relationship. Researchers discovered people who had shared musical experiences with their parents during childhood and adolescence had better relationships with their moms and dads as they entered adulthood.... Read More...

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Can Laughter Make Our Lives Better?

Neuroscience NewsApril 15, 2018

Researchers report humor can be good in certain situation, but its effectiveness depends on your end goals.... Read More...

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Why Do We See Similarities Across Languages? The Brain May Be Responsible

Neuroscience NewsDecember 2, 2017

Researchers report we may see similarities between different languages as a result of the brain's preference for efficient information processing.... Read More...

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Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Examining ethical issues surrounding wearable brain devices marketed to consumers

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Neuroscience

Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Examining ethical issues surrounding wearable brain devices marketed to consumers

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Neurology

Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Like A Lot of Things, Women’s Gut Microbiomes Appear to Mature Earlier than Men’s

AI

Children describe technology that gives them a sense of ambiguity as ‘creepy’

New AI Sees Like a Human, Filling in the Blanks

Robotics

Dog-like robot made by students jumps, flips and trots

Children describe technology that gives them a sense of ambiguity as ‘creepy’

New AI Sees Like a Human, Filling in the Blanks

Psychology

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Infants later diagnosed with autism seldom initiate joint attention

Unlike men, women’s cognitive performance may improve at higher room temperature

University of Arizona

Detecting dementia’s damaging effects before it’s too late

Feeling Stressed? Having a Partner Present, Even in Your Mind, May Keep Blood Pressure Down

Controlling Neurons with Light, But Without Wires or Batteries

Daytime Naps May Hinder Learning in Children with Down Syndrome

Testing Autobiographical Memory for Early Alzheimer’s Detection

CMV Virus May Boost Our Immune System

Smoking and Lack of Exercise Linked to Early Death After Divorce

To Improve Future Relationship With Your Kids, Turn Up the Music

Why Do We See Similarities Across Languages? The Brain May Be Responsible