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New Insights Into Loss of Pleasure in Depression

Neuroscience NewsDecember 4, 2018

A new study reveals a brain region that contributes to anhedonia, the loss of pleasure, in those with depression. The study also shows how ketamine acts on this brain region, explaining why the drug appears to be so effective at treating anhedonia.... Read More...

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Psychological Sex Differences and Autistic Traits

Neuroscience NewsNovember 13, 2018

Researchers confirm two long standing theories to be correct, the Empathizing-Systemizing theory of sex differences and the Extreme Male Brain theory of autism.... Read More...

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Many Cases of Dementia May Arise From Non-Inherited DNA ‘Spelling Mistakes’

Neuroscience NewsOctober 15, 2018

Researchers report spontaneous errors in DNA that arise as our cells divide and reproduce may be at the root of Alzheimer's disease. The findings suggest the cause of certain neurodegenerative diseases could be traced back to embryonic development.... Read More...

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Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome More Likely to Have a Child with Autism

Neuroscience NewsAugust 1, 2018

A new study reveals children of women with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of being diagnosed with ASD. Researchers report women with PCOS have a 2.3% change of having a child with autism, compared to a 1.7% change for mothers without the condition.... Read More...

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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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Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?

Study Reveals What May Prevent Remyelination

Peering Into Little Foot’s 3.76 Million Year Old Brain

Neuroscience

Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?

Study Reveals What May Prevent Remyelination

Peering Into Little Foot’s 3.76 Million Year Old Brain

Neurology

Study Reveals What May Prevent Remyelination

Gene Variant Found in Brain Complicit in Multiple Sclerosis Onset

Snacking May Increase Inflammation

AI

Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

Genetic Changes Associated with Physical Activity

Editing Consciousness: How Bereaved People Control Their Thoughts Without Knowing It

Robotics

Researchers 3D Print Prototype for a ‘Bionic Eye’

Improvement if Humanlike Conversations in Humanoid Robots

Psychology

Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?

Junk Food Diet Raises Depression Risk

Gently Stroking Babies Before Medical Procedures Can Reduce Pain Processing

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New Insights Into Loss of Pleasure in Depression

Psychological Sex Differences and Autistic Traits

Many Cases of Dementia May Arise From Non-Inherited DNA ‘Spelling Mistakes’

Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome More Likely to Have a Child with Autism

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?