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Mother’s Attitude Towards Baby During Pregnancy May Have Implications for Child’s Development

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2018

A new study reports mothers who feel more connected with their baby during pregnancy are more likely to have positive interactions with the infant when it is born. This can have a positive effect on the child's development.... Read More...

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Brain Cholesterol Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsMay 7, 2018

University of Cambridge researchers report cholesterol may play a role in the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers discovered cholesterol can trigger amyloid beta to aggregate, which can lead to neuron death.... Read More...

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More Than Five Drinks a Week Could Shorten Lifespan

Neuroscience NewsApril 13, 2018

A new study reveals drinking more than five pints of beer or glasses of wine per week could decrease life expectancy. Drinking more than 10 alcoholic drinks a week is linked to a one to two year shortened life expectancy, researchers report.... Read More...

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‘Sleeping’ Stem Cells Could Aid Brain Repair

Neuroscience NewsApril 6, 2018

Researchers have identified a new type of stem cell which may aid neural repair following injury or disease.... Read More...

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Genes Play a Role in Empathy

Neuroscience NewsMarch 12, 2018

Researchers reveal our genes may play a role in how empathetic we are. The study reports genetic variants associated with low empathy may indicate a higher risk of autism. ... Read More...

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Genes Linked to Brain Anatomy in Autism

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 27, 2018

A new study reports specific genes are linked to differences in brain structure in children with ASD.... Read More...

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Calcium May Play a Role in the Development of Parkinson’s

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 19, 2018

A new Nature Communications study reveals increased calcium levels in brain cells may play a significant role in the development of Parkinson's disease. ... Read More...

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Artificial Intelligence is Growing Up Fast: What’s Next For Thinking Machines?

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 12, 2018

Researchers speculate what the future may hold for artificial intelligence technologies, and us. ... Read More...

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New Brain Mapping Technique Highlights Relationship Between Connectivity and IQ

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 2, 2018

A new study in Neuron reports a simple, new neuroimaging technique has revealed a correlation between how well a person's brain regions are connected and intelligence.... Read More...

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Industrial Revolution Left a Damaging Psychological Imprint on Today’s Populations

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2017

People who are historically more reliant on the coal industry tend to have more negative personality traits, University of Cambridge researchers report. The researchers believe this could be a lasting effect of the Industrial Revolution.... Read More...

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Genetics Study Adds Further Evidence That Education Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsDecember 9, 2017

A new study adds further weight to the theory that being educated may help to stave off Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Eye Contact With Your Baby Helps Synchronize Brainwaves

Neuroscience NewsNovember 29, 2017

University of Cambridge researchers report making eye contact with a baby causes brainwave synchronization in both the child and person they are looking at. Researchers believe this synchronization can help boost communication and learning skills. ... Read More...

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The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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Fat Consumption is the Only Cause of Weight Gain

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

The VIPs of the Nervous System

Neurology

Researchers Trace Parkinson’s Damage in the Heart

Higher Blood Pressure May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers Trigger Hot Flashes in Male and Female Mice

AI

Big Data Analysis Identifies New Cancer Risk Genes

Sci-Fi Fans Enthusiastic For Digitizing the Brain

Machine Learning Helps Predict Treatment Outcomes in Schizophrenia

Robotics

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New ‘E-Dermis’ Brings Sense of Touch, Pain to Prosthetic Hands

Robotic Bloodhound Tracks Odors on the Ground

Psychology

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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Mother’s Attitude Towards Baby During Pregnancy May Have Implications for Child’s Development

Brain Cholesterol Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk

More Than Five Drinks a Week Could Shorten Lifespan

‘Sleeping’ Stem Cells Could Aid Brain Repair

Genes Linked to Brain Anatomy in Autism

Calcium May Play a Role in the Development of Parkinson’s

Artificial Intelligence is Growing Up Fast: What’s Next For Thinking Machines?

New Brain Mapping Technique Highlights Relationship Between Connectivity and IQ

Genetics Study Adds Further Evidence That Education Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk

Eye Contact With Your Baby Helps Synchronize Brainwaves