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What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, pharmacology, electrophysiology, biology, robotics and technology.

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·November 27, 2021·5 min read

New Framework for Analyzing Alzheimer’s Disease Identifies Not One Form, but Three

A new framework reveals Alzheimer's disease is far more complex than previously believed. Rather than being a disease where the same causes produce the same outcomes, researchers found three different models for the disease, each with its own characterizations and dynamics.

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·November 27, 2021·5 min read

Looking to Mitochondria for Clues About Depression

People with untreated depression have lower levels of mitochondrial proteins. For those who responded to the SSRI antidepressants, the proteins returned to a normal level, but showed no increase in those who did not respond to medication.

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·November 27, 2021·5 min read

Researchers Discover Biological Mechanisms Caused by Deficits in High-Risk Autism Gene

Rare variants of the autism-associated ANK2 gene alter the architecture and organization of neurons, potentially contributing to autism and neurodevelopmental comorbidities.

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·November 27, 2021·5 min read

Boosting Memory Performance by Finding Amplitude of Brain Waves and Speeding Oscillations

Entrainment can safely manipulate brain waves to induce improvements in memory, a new study reveals.

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·November 26, 2021·5 min read

Decluttering May Not Help People With Dementia

Findings suggest people with moderate Alzheimer's disease perform better at daily tasks when surrounded by their usual clutter.

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·November 26, 2021·4 min read

Drug Designed for Alzheimer’s Disease May Hold Promise for Treating Glioblastoma

A class of drugs called BACE1 inhibitors, originally designed to treat Alzheimer's disease, shows potential for the treatment of glioblastoma brain cancer.

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·November 26, 2021·3 min read

Study Finds Brain Lesions on MRI Linked to Years of Playing Football

White matter hyperintensities were more common in athletes who played more contact sports or had more head injuries and concussions during their sporting careers.

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·November 26, 2021·5 min read

Those That Game Together, Stay Together

People from cultures that frequently engage in conflicts with other cultures tend to play more cooperative games than competitive ones. However, in cultures where there are frequent conflicts within their own communities, there is a greater tendency to play more competitive games.