University of Missouri Columbia Research Articles

Research points to potential brain marker of stress and its effects on problem solving

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2020

Genetics testing revealed those with a greater susceptibility to stress have at least one copy of a variation in the serotonin transporter gene. Additionally, changes to connections in the middle temporal gyrus related to changes in cognitive performance during stress.... Read More...

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Talk to the hand: Human brain can rewire itself after traumatic bodily injury

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2019

When the brain is deprived of input from a limb following amputation, it reorganizes its neural map and reroutes the function to the remaining limb.... Read More...

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This is a hierachical diagram of arrogance

Research worth ‘bragging’ about: Three types of arrogance identified

Neuroscience NewsOctober 22, 2019

Study reports arrogance and narcissism are on a spectrum. Researchers identify three types of arrogance and reveal the associated implications.... Read More...

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Researcher uses sweat monitors to predict behavioral issues in adolescents severely affected with autism

Neuroscience NewsOctober 11, 2019

Electrodermal activity, which results in an increased level of sweat, was able to determine when an adolescent with server ASD was about to embark on aggressive behavior 60% of the time.... Read More...

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Low-cost blood pressure drug improves brain function in individuals with autism

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 18, 2019

Propranolol, a common 'beta-blocker' drug used to control blood pressure, could be a promising new treatment for those on the autism spectrum. The medication improved cognitive performance and positively altered the frontal-parietal control network, an area of the brain associated with word and information processing, in those with ASD.... Read More...

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Neurological brain markers might detect risk for psychotic disorders

Neuroscience NewsAugust 27, 2019

Researchers have identified a new biomarker for psychosis in the striatal dopamine neurons. Those at risk for psychosis showed increased activation in the striatum for positive feedback and decreased activation when faced with negative feedback.... Read More...

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Autism health challenges could be explained by problem behaviors

Neuroscience NewsJune 27, 2019

A new study explores the relationship between problem behaviors associated with autism and gastrointestinal symptoms. Findings suggest younger children on the autism spectrum with aggressive problem behaviors are 11.2% more likely to have co-occurring nausea, whereas older children with ASD had more complex relationships between internalizing symptoms and GI problems.... Read More...

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3D technology might improve body appreciation

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2019

Images from 3D scanners can be used to help improve focus on body appreciation, which may help to improve mental health outcomes for young people.... Read More...

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Mitochondrial function may explain link between intelligence, health and aging

Neuroscience NewsMay 8, 2019

Mitochondrial function may help explain the link between intelligence, general health and aging. ... Read More...

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Some women could be more susceptible to PTSD than others

Neuroscience NewsApril 23, 2019

Oxytocin and cortisol levels are higher in women with dissociative PTSD.... Read More...

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Eating breakfast with parents is associated with positive body image for teenagers

Neuroscience NewsMarch 22, 2019

Teenagers who regularly eat breakfast with their parents have a more positive body image than those who skip the meal or do not eat with their family.... Read More...

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Inflammation and Organ Dysfunction

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 12, 2019

A new study makes the case that obstructive sleep apnea should be viewed as a low grade chronic inflammatory disease.... Read More...

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Low-cost “smart” diaper can notify caregiver when it’s wet

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University of Missouri Columbia

Research points to potential brain marker of stress and its effects on problem solving

Talk to the hand: Human brain can rewire itself after traumatic bodily injury

Researcher uses sweat monitors to predict behavioral issues in adolescents severely affected with autism

Neurological brain markers might detect risk for psychotic disorders

3D technology might improve body appreciation

Mitochondrial function may explain link between intelligence, health and aging

Some women could be more susceptible to PTSD than others

Eating breakfast with parents is associated with positive body image for teenagers

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Inflammation and Organ Dysfunction