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·October 26, 2017·6 min read

Smell Sensitivity Varies With Circadian Rhythm

According to Brown researchers, our sensitivity to smells varies over the course of the day and the patterns rely on our circadian rhythm. Researchers comment the link may contribute to eating habits in teens, potentially elevating obesity risks.

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·October 25, 2017·6 min read

New RoboBee Flies, Dives, Swims and Explodes Out of the Water

The latest generation of the RoboBee hybrid robot could help monitor the environment and provide essential search and rescue assistance, researchers report.

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·October 25, 2017·5 min read

Progress in Building Europe’s New Platform For Understanding the Brain

Neuroscientists recently converged on Glasgow to discuss advances in the quest toward building a unified platform for brain research.

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·October 25, 2017·15 min read

My Sudden Synesthesia: How I Went Blind and Started Hearing Colors

Recovering from suddenly losing her vision, Vanessa Potter experienced a mingling of her senses and altered the way in which she saw colors.

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·October 25, 2017·6 min read

Now We Know Why Babies Shouldn’t Sleep Face Down

It has been well known for a number of years that placing a baby to sleep on their stomachs increases the risk of SIDS. Researchers report a developmental abnormality more prevalent in premature and male babies, may contribute to SIDS risk, in conjunction to the sleep position.

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·October 25, 2017·4 min read

Sacrificing One Life to Save Others: Psychopaths’ Force for ‘Greater Good’

The force by which a person embarks upon a utilitarian act may be predicted by psychopathic traits, a new study reports.

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·October 25, 2017·3 min read

Long Term Opioid Use Does Not Increase Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers find no evidence that long term or higher opioid use increases a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

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·October 25, 2017·3 min read

Navigation System of Brain Cells Decoded

Researchers shed light on the navigation system that guides axons as they grow.

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·October 25, 2017·5 min read

Gut Bacteria May Predict PTSD Risk

People with PTSD had lower levels of three different gut bacteria than individuals who experienced trauma but didn't develop the disorder, a new study reports.