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·July 17, 2017·4 min read

Brief Interactions Spur Lasting Waves of Gene Activity in the Brain

Researchers report they are able to see alterations in gene expression up to two hours after a stickleback fish interacts with an intruder. They speculate the changes in gene expression and chromatin modification could help set up the brain to respond to future threats. The study appears in PLOS Genetics.

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·June 20, 2017·3 min read

Studies Link Nutrient to Academic Achievement in Pre-Adolescent Children

Study reports higher levels of lutein in the eyes is linked to better academic achievement and cognitive abilities in children.

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·June 4, 2017·5 min read

Low Dose THC Can Relieve Stress But More Does Just the Opposite

A new study reports low doses of THC can help to lower social anxiety and stress, while higher levels can increase anxious feelings.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 1, 2017·5 min read

Brain Tissue Structure Could Explain Link Between Memory and Fitness

Vicsoelasticity in the hippocampus is associated with better performance on both memory and fitness tests, a new study reports.

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Autism Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·April 26, 2017·5 min read

Nutrition, the Microbiome and Autism

Researchers investigate whether abnormal gut bacteria composition contribute to autism spectrum disorders, or whether diet and medication for children with ASD leads to the irregular microbiome.

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Featured Neuroscience Neuroscience Videos

·January 23, 2017·6 min read

Better Early Nutrition Means Better Brains

A new study considers how early nutrition can affect a baby's brain development.

Featured Psychology

·November 19, 2016·3 min read

Fear of the Unknown Common to Many Anxiety Disorders

According to a new study, several anxiety disorders share a common underlying trait; a fear of the unknown.

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Coffee With Milk May Have an Anti-inflammatory Effect

Is Brain Learning Weaker Than Artificial Intelligence?

Coffee With Milk May Have an Anti-inflammatory Effect

Initial Memory Problems Are Linked With a Slower Rate of Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

More Thankful, Less Stressed?

Reducing the Temptation to Cheat in Relationships

Is Brain Learning Weaker Than Artificial Intelligence?

New Software Incorporates Dendritic Properties Into Neural Network Models

Wearable Tech and AI Combine to Track Progression of Movement Disorders

A Robot Able to “Smell” Using a Biological Sensor

Simple Neural Networks Outperform More Complex Systems for Controlling Robotic Prosthetics

Health Impact of Chemicals in Plastics Is Handed Down Two Generations

Drug That Targets Tauopathies in Mice Reveals Sex Differences in Response

Abnormal 12-Hour Cyclic Gene Activity Found in Schizophrenic Brains

Non-invasive Neurotechnology Reduces Symptoms of Insomnia and Improves Autonomic Nervous System Function

New Technology May Help Inform Brain Stimulation

Closer to 3D Printing Life-Like Organs

A Drug That Increases Dopamine Can Reverse the Effects of Inflammation on the Brain in Depression

People With Autism Experience Pain at a Higher Intensity

When Chronic Stress Activates These Neurons, Behavioral Problems Like Loss of Pleasure and Depression Result

Initial Memory Problems Are Linked With a Slower Rate of Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

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Studies Link Nutrient to Academic Achievement in Pre-Adolescent Children

Low Dose THC Can Relieve Stress But More Does Just the Opposite

Brain Tissue Structure Could Explain Link Between Memory and Fitness

Nutrition, the Microbiome and Autism

Better Early Nutrition Means Better Brains

Coffee With Milk May Have an Anti-inflammatory Effect

Is Brain Learning Weaker Than Artificial Intelligence?

Initial Memory Problems Are Linked With a Slower Rate of Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

In Search of the Optimal Migraine Relief

People With Autism Experience Pain at a Higher Intensity

A Drug That Increases Dopamine Can Reverse the Effects of Inflammation on the Brain in Depression

When Chronic Stress Activates These Neurons, Behavioral Problems Like Loss of Pleasure and Depression Result

Hypertension Drug Could Be Repurposed to Delay Aging

Potential Hidden Cause of Dementia Discovered

Study Explains Emotional ‘Blunting’ Caused by Common Antidepressants

Coffee With Milk May Have an Anti-inflammatory Effect

Is Brain Learning Weaker Than Artificial Intelligence?

Initial Memory Problems Are Linked With a Slower Rate of Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

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