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FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·July 2, 2020Laughing Gas May Bring Relief to PTSD SufferersNitrous oxide may provide temporary relief to veterans suffering from PTSD, a new study reports. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencevisual neuroscience·May 28, 2020Which areas of our brains represent the colors we see?Neuroimaging study sheds new light on how we perceive colors. Activity in higher visual cortex areas matched the colors test subjects saw. Read More
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FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·August 30, 2019Creation of new brain cells plays an underappreciated role in Alzheimer’s diseaseMicroglia may play a significant role in disrupting neurogenesis in those with Alzheimer's disease. When mice were given drugs which caused microglial cells to die, neurogenesis returned to normal. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 4, 2019Children don’t like nature as much as adults, but preferences change with ageYounger children tend to prefer urban environments, but older children tend to prefer natural settings. Findings suggest an affinity for nature develops gradually during life rather than being inherent at an early age. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencevisual neuroscience·July 11, 2019Area of brain associated with spatial awareness and planning actions also plays crucial role in decision makingThe posterior parietal cortex, an area of the brain implicated in spatial awareness, plays a critical role in visual decision making. Read More
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FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·September 17, 2018Gene Therapy Via Skin Protects Mice From Lethal Cocaine DosesUsing CRISPR gene editing techniques, researchers create modified skin grafts that rapidly degrade cocaine and reduce drug seeking behaviors in mouse models of addiction. Read More
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FeaturedPsychology·July 20, 2018Prone to Feeling Guilty? You’re Probably More TrustworthyAccording to researchers, a person's tendency to anticipate feeling guilty is the strongest predictor of their trustworthiness. Read More
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