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·February 16, 2022·5 min read

Multiple Sclerosis Study With Twins Untangles Environmental and Genetic Influences

A study of monozygotic twins allowed researchers to discover which parts of immune dysfunction in multiple sclerosis were influenced by genetics, and which were influenced by environmental factors.

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·January 2, 2022·4 min read

Academic Education Can Positively Affect Aging of the Brain

Older adults with an academic background showed lower increases of signs of brain degeneration than those who were less educated, a new study reports.

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·July 22, 2021·4 min read

New Algorithm Flies Drones Faster Than Human Racing Pilots

A new artificial intelligence algorithm can find the quickest trajectory to fly a drone through a series of waypoints on a circuit. The AI proved to be faster at controlling the drone and completing the track than two world-class human pilots.

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·May 22, 2021·4 min read

Young Orangutans Have Sex-Specific Role Models

Young male orangutans seek out role models in immigrant adult males and female juveniles, while young female orangutans prefer their mothers or other local female adults as their role models.

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·April 15, 2021·3 min read

New Measure to Predict Stress Resilience

Increased sensitivity in the locus coeruleus-norepinephrine system in the brain drives the development of anxiety in depression. The findings shed new light on the neurobiological mechanisms behind stress resilience.

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·April 8, 2021·3 min read

Modern Human Brain Originated In Africa Around 1.7 Million Years Ago

Computer tomography reveals modern human brain structures only originated between 1.5 to 1.7 million years ago in African Homo populations.

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·February 27, 2021·3 min read

Reactivating Aging Stem Cells in the Brain

Increasing lamin B1 levels in aging mice resulted in neural stem cell division and an increase in the number of new neurons.

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·February 8, 2021·3 min read

Synchronization of Brain Hemispheres Changes What We Hear

Gamma-wave mediated synchronization between different brain regions is a critical mechanism for neural integration.

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·January 28, 2021·3 min read

Risk-Taking Linked to Particular Brain Features

Researchers found functional and anatomical differences in the brains of people who are more likely to embark on risky behaviors.

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·October 16, 2020·4 min read

Early Trauma Influences Metabolism Across Generations

Early childhood trauma has an impact on glucose metabolism and blood composition, which are passed on to the next generation.

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·September 16, 2020·4 min read

Reprogramming Brain Cells Enables Flexible Decision-Making

Study identifies neurons in command of guiding adaptive behaviors.

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·July 27, 2020·4 min read

Hedonism Leads to Happiness

Pursuing hedonistic goals, such as taking time to yourself for relaxation or activities you enjoy, are essential, yet often neglected, for personal wellbeing.