FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 14, 2023·6 min readLive Music Outperforms Recorded Shows for Infant EngagementThe magic of live performances is not lost on infants, as new research suggests that live music captivates them more than recorded versions of the same show. Researchers noticed synchronized heart rates and enhanced engagement among babies who watched a live baby opera versus those who viewed the same performance on a recording.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·June 29, 2023·5 min readHot Spots for Vision: Warmer Climates Linked to Eye Health IssuesAmerican seniors residing in warmer regions are more likely to suffer from severe vision impairment compared to their counterparts in cooler areas. The odds of serious vision impairment increased incrementally with the rise in average temperature, with a 44% higher risk for those living in regions averaging 60°F or above.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 22, 2023·6 min readPay Attention: Kids’ Distraction Helps Them Outshine Adults in Data RetentionChildren’s perceived lack of attention may, in fact, make them more efficient than adults in absorbing and retaining information they are instructed to ignore. Researchers discovered children encode secondary information from a given task into their brains, in contrast to adults who focus strictly on the assigned task.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 7, 2023·6 min readSocial Participation Paves the Way for Successful AgingA recent study found a correlation between social participation and successful aging among people aged 60 and above. The researchers discovered that those engaged in volunteer work or recreational activities were more likely to maintain excellent health over a three-year period.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 23, 2023·3 min readBeyond Surviving: Thriving Mental Health among Childhood Physical Abuse SurvivorsNew research offers a promising perspective on mental health among survivors of childhood physical abuse, with nearly two-thirds reporting a state of "psychological flourishing." This study underscores the remarkable resilience within this population.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2023·5 min readNovel Proteins Designed With Generative AIResearchers developed an AI system called ProteinSGM, which uses generative diffusion to create entirely new therapeutic proteins. The model learns from image representations to generate fully new proteins that appear to be biophysically real, meaning they fold into configurations that enable them to carry out specific functions within cells. The researchers hope the system will help advance the field of generative biology, promising to speed drug development by making the design and testing of entirely new therapeutic proteins more efficient and flexible.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 10, 2023·3 min readDry Scooping: A Risky Dietary Practice Common Among Adolescents and Young Adults"Dry scooping" or directly consuming pre-workout drink powders without adding liquid is becoming an increasingly concerning dietary fad in young adolescents and young adults. Dry scooping has been associated with extremely negative health outcomes including risk of inhalation, cardiac abnormalities, and digestive issues.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 25, 2023·8 min readA Healthy Mind: How Exercise Can Improve Your Mental WellnessEven small bouts of physical activity and exercise throughout the day can help to boost your mental well-being.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·January 17, 2023·7 min readSmartphone App Can Significantly Improve Memory RecallA new smartphone app, dubbed HippoCamera helps to significantly improve memory recall and could have applications for improving memory for those suffering from Alzheimer's disease. The app mimics the function of the hippocampus, constructing and maintaining memories. The app enhances biological memory encoding by boosting attention to daily events and consolidating them more distinctly.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 13, 2022·6 min readFactors Linked to Optimal Aging UncoveredPhysically active, married females who are from financially stable backgrounds, are not obese, and do not suffer from insomnia are more likely to maintain good health and less likely to suffer cognitive, physical, or emotional problems as they age.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 11, 2022·7 min readYour Favorite Songs Reveal Your Attachment StyleWhen it comes to musical tastes, people tend to favor songs with lyrics that correspond to their attachment style. This means most people tend to like songs that spell out what they are going through in a relationship, for better or worse.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 4, 2022·5 min readWhat We Think We Like in a Romantic Partner and What We Actually Prefer Don’t Always Match UpThe qualities people think they want in a romantic partner and what they actually like in a partner may be two different things, researchers report. The qualities we think we like depend on the social context we encounter these qualities in others.Read More
