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·January 2, 2026·7 min read

Immune Signal Ratio May Predict Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

A long-term study has identified a potential biomarker that could help detect which patients are progressing toward more severe forms of multiple sclerosis. Researchers discovered that a high ratio of CXCL13 to BAFF indicates compartmentalized inflammation in the leptomeninges, a hallmark of progressive MS.

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·July 25, 2025·5 min read

Old Injuries Rewire the Brain to Feel Fear and Pain Forever

A new study reveals that even after healing, injuries can leave behind a hypersensitive nervous system that overreacts to future stress. Mice previously injured showed intense fear and renewed pain when exposed to a predator scent, despite no new harm.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 6, 2025·6 min read

Neural Processing Gaps Explain Other-Race Face Blindness

Researchers have combined artificial intelligence and EEG brain activity data to better understand the Other-Race Effect (ORE), where people recognize faces of their own race more accurately than others. Studies revealed that participants processed other-race faces with less neural detail, seeing them as more average, younger, and more expressive.

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·April 30, 2025·5 min read

Skin Test Detects Neurodegenerative Disease PSP with High Accuracy

Researchers have developed a skin-based test that can detect misfolded tau proteins specific to progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), offering a faster, more accurate diagnosis than current methods. This breakthrough could improve patient assignment to clinical trials and eventually guide targeted, precision treatments.

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·April 11, 2025·4 min read

Children Show Fear Toward Peers Who Defy Gender Stereotypes

A new international study has revealed that children’s gender biases can be seen not only in what they say, but in how they express emotions on their faces. Researchers in Canada and Hong Kong studied over 600 children aged 4–9, analyzing facial expressions while they watched stories featuring gender-conforming and nonconforming peers.

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·March 11, 2025·5 min read

Childhood Abuse Doubles Psychiatric and Health Risks

New research finds that adults who experienced both physical and sexual abuse in childhood are about twice as likely to suffer chronic physical and mental health issues, such as depression, arthritis, asthma, and heart conditions. Even experiencing one type of abuse significantly increased the odds of adverse health outcomes in adulthood.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·January 13, 2025·4 min read

Biodegradable Brain Electrodes Advance Neural Repair

Researchers have developed a flexible, biodegradable electrode capable of stimulating neural precursor cells (NPCs) in the brain, offering a safer and more precise alternative for neural repair. The electrode dissolves naturally after seven days, eliminating the need for surgical removal while promoting tissue regeneration.

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·November 18, 2024·5 min read

Body Image Impacts Motor Skill Learning

Self-consciousness about one’s body affects the ability to learn and perform movement tasks, according to new research. Participants recalling body-related embarrassment performed worse on motor tasks compared to those recalling pride, with the negative impact being stronger in men than women.

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·November 4, 2024·5 min read

New Cell Targets Offer Hope for Treating Glioblastoma

Researchers have identified potential drug targets in glioblastoma cancer stem cells, providing a new approach to treat this aggressive brain cancer. By analyzing stem cells derived from patient tumors, scientists found two primary cell subtypes responsible for tumor growth, each with unique vulnerabilities.

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·November 1, 2024·5 min read

Study Identifies Neural Crest Stem Cells as Reprogramming Drivers

Neural crest stem cells, a rare type found in skin and other tissues, are uniquely capable of reprogramming into different cell types, challenging the prevailing belief that any mature cell can be reprogrammed. The study reveals that cellular reprogramming is likely limited to these specialized stem cells rather than all mature cells. Neural crest stem cells are present in skin, bone, and connective tissue, with a natural predisposition for transformation due to their origin in embryonic development.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·June 11, 2024·5 min read

1 in 4 People with Bipolar Disorder Achieve Complete Mental Health

23.5% of people with bipolar disorder have achieved complete mental health, while 43% are free of all bipolar symptoms. Despite these positive findings, those with a history of bipolar disorder are less likely to flourish compared to their peers.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·June 8, 2024·4 min read

Photo Filters Linked to Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth

Researchers found a strong link between social media photo filter use and increased muscle dysmorphia symptoms in Canadian adolescents and young adults. Analyzing data from 912 participants, researchers noted higher levels of muscle dissatisfaction and body image issues, particularly among boys and men.

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University of Toronto

Immune Signal Ratio May Predict Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

Old Injuries Rewire the Brain to Feel Fear and Pain Forever

Neural Processing Gaps Explain Other-Race Face Blindness

Skin Test Detects Neurodegenerative Disease PSP with High Accuracy

Children Show Fear Toward Peers Who Defy Gender Stereotypes

Childhood Abuse Doubles Psychiatric and Health Risks

Biodegradable Brain Electrodes Advance Neural Repair

Body Image Impacts Motor Skill Learning

New Cell Targets Offer Hope for Treating Glioblastoma

Study Identifies Neural Crest Stem Cells as Reprogramming Drivers

1 in 4 People with Bipolar Disorder Achieve Complete Mental Health

Photo Filters Linked to Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth

Cocaine Addiction is a Biological Rewiring, Not a Choice

Tacit Knowledge: Your Eyes Reveal the Secrets of Your Expertise

Molecular Chain Reaction Behind Autism Identified

Psychedelics Remodel Myelin to Heal PTSD

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