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·October 30, 2018·3 min read

An End to Arachnophobia Just a Heartbeat Away

Researchers say phobias can be treated more effectively by linking computerized therapy to the rhythm of a person's heart.

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·September 10, 2020·5 min read

Binge-Drinkers’ Brains Have to Work Harder to Feel Empathy for Others

Study reveals binge drinking is associated with more widespread neural dysfunction than previously believed. In those who binge drink, the visual areas of the brain show unusually high levels of activation. Additionally, those who binge drink have more difficulty in feeling empathy for others.

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·May 28, 2021·4 min read

Blood Oxygen Levels Could Explain Why Memory Loss Is an Early Alzheimer’s Symptom

Decreased blood flow and blood oxygen levels to the hippocampus may explain symptoms of memory loss associated with Alzheimer's. Researchers say increasing hippocampal blood flow could reverse or protect against symptoms of the neurodegenerative disorder.

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·March 16, 2018·3 min read

Brain Mechanism Involved in Language Learning Revealed

A new study reveals the role the hippocampus plays in language acquisition.

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·May 24, 2018·4 min read

Depression Speeds Up Brain Aging

A new study reveals depression can accelerate brain aging. The study sheds light on the effect depression has on the decline in overall cognitive function.

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·June 6, 2018·5 min read

Distracted People Can Be Smell Blind

Researchers say inattentional anosmia exists. People who are busily engaged in tasks or distracted may not notice the presence of new smells, a new study reveals.

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·August 19, 2019·4 min read

Glioblastoma brain cancer could be diagnosed with simple blood test in future

Novel biomarkers for glioblastoma brain cancer have been identified in bodily fluids. The discovery may lead to a new, simple, non-invasive blood test to detect brain cancer in the future.

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·May 16, 2022·3 min read

Good Sleep Continuity Leads to Better Days for People With Dementia

Sleep continuity, in addition to sleep quality, can determine how a person with dementia will experience their symptoms the next day.

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·May 19, 2020·1 min read

High rate of blood clots in COVID-19

Coronavirus has been linked to a higher rate of developing venous thromboembolism. A D-dimer blood test is a useful way to identify COVID-19 patients at a higher risk of venous thromboembolism.

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·April 26, 2018·4 min read

Horses Remember Facial Expressions of People They Have Seen Before

Researchers reveal a horse can read and remember people's emotional facial expressions.

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·December 28, 2018·3 min read

How ‘Dry January’ is the Secret to Better Sleep and Losing Weight

Researchers say those who refrain from drinking alcohol during 'Dry January' experience better sleep quality, lose more weight and have more energy than those who don't participate.

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·January 13, 2019·3 min read

How Game Theory Can Bring Humans and Robots Closer Together

Researchers used Nash equilibrium game theory and adaptive control to program a robot that can better understand its human user's behavior. This allows the robot to anticipate and respond to the human's movements.

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University of Sussex

An End to Arachnophobia Just a Heartbeat Away

Blood Oxygen Levels Could Explain Why Memory Loss Is an Early Alzheimer’s Symptom

Brain Mechanism Involved in Language Learning Revealed

Depression Speeds Up Brain Aging

Distracted People Can Be Smell Blind

Glioblastoma brain cancer could be diagnosed with simple blood test in future

Good Sleep Continuity Leads to Better Days for People With Dementia

High rate of blood clots in COVID-19

Horses Remember Facial Expressions of People They Have Seen Before

How ‘Dry January’ is the Secret to Better Sleep and Losing Weight

How Game Theory Can Bring Humans and Robots Closer Together

Shaping Young Minds: Neurodevelopment Interventions for Psychiatric Disorders

Ultra-Processed Foods: AI’s New Contribution to Nutrition Science

Aging Myelin: A New Perspective in Alzheimer’s Disease Progression

Promising Phase 2 Trial Results for Pembrolizumab in Metastatic Brain Cancer

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