FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·August 6, 2019·6 min readLooking to the body to better understand the brainFrom researching the microbiome and immune system to nociception, scientists are looking beyond the nervous system to gain a better understanding of neurological and mental health disorders.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 6, 2019·7 min readRecursive language and modern imagination were acquired simultaneously 70,000 years agoA mathematical model suggests a genetic mutation which extended the critical period by slowing prefrontal cortex development in two or more children 70,000 years ago was one factor for the emergence of recursive language and modern imagination.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 6, 2019·5 min readHow brain cells pick which connections to keepResearchers identify the CPG15 gene as a critical component in synapse permanency.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 6, 2019·5 min readThe growing trend of emotional support animalsResearchers detail guidelines and standards for emotional support animals.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 6, 2019·4 min readDietary choline associated with reduced risk of dementiaAdding extra choline through eggs or meat to your daily diet could help stave off the effects of dementia. Higher phosphatidylcholine intake through diet was associated with lower rates of dementia and improved cognitive function in aging men.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 6, 2019·3 min readHow we perceive vibrations through touchRegardless of receptor types, spiking patterns determine vibrotactile frequency perception. The findings challenge existing theories about how Pacinian receptor channels work together in response to vibrotactile stimulation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 6, 2019·5 min readSleep interrupted: What’s keeping us up at night?Consuming nicotine and alcohol four hours before bedtime causes worse sleep continuity and sleep disruptions. Surprisingly, researchers found no link between caffeine consumption four hours before sleep and sleep disturbances for most people.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 5, 2019·2 min readHow deep space travel could affect the brainLow dose radiation exposure causes neural and behavioral impairments in mouse models that affect memory and learning.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 5, 2019·4 min readScientists can now manipulate brain cells using smartphoneA soft neural implant that can be controlled by a smartphone is capable of drug delivery and optogenetics. The technology could speed up efforts to uncover the causes of neurological and psychological disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 5, 2019·2 min readStatement of APA President in Response to Mass Shootings in Texas and Ohio"Routinely blaming mass shootings on mental illness is unfounded and stigmatizing. Research has shown that only a very small percentage of violent acts are committed by people who are diagnosed with, or in treatment for, mental illness."Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 5, 2019·3 min readMachine learning classifies word type based on brain activityA new machine learning algorithm can accurately determine whether a person heard a real or made-up word based on neuroimaging data.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 5, 2019·3 min readLink between intimate partner homicide and firearms dealers in urban settingsA significant link has been identified between the concentration of federally licensed firearm dealers in urban areas and intimate partner homicides in the home.Read More
