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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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·September 15, 2019·3 min read

How the eyes might be windows to the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a precursor to Alzheimer's disease, have greater pupil dilation when taking cognitive tests than their cognitively normal peers. Task-evoked pupillary response may be a cost-effective, and low invasive screening test for those at genetic risk for Alzheimer's before the symptoms of the disease take hold.

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·June 21, 2018·3 min read

How do Horses Read Human Emotional Cues?

Whether a person is familiar to the animal or not, horses integrate human facial expressions and vocal tones to perceive human emotion, a new study reports.

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·November 8, 2016·4 min read

Brain ‘Fat’ Key to Mental Health

A new study reports researchers have discovered a previously unknown relationship between brain function and structure. The findings could help explain how communication breaks down in diseases such as multiple sclerosis and schizophrenia.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·September 2, 2017·5 min read

Bone Derived Hormone Reverses Age Related Memory Loss: Mouse Study

Researchers report boosting levels of osteocalcin in the blood may help reverse age related memory loss in mice.

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·August 11, 2019·4 min read

Why stress and anxiety aren’t always bad

Stress and anxiety often play a helpful, not harmful, role in our daily lives. Experiencing stress can lead to higher levels of resilience when faced with new challenges, and anxiety can lead to action.

Featured Neuroethics Neuroscience

·April 9, 2012·4 min read

New Finding Offers Neurological Support for Adam Smith’s Theories of Morality

The part of the brain we use when engaging in egalitarian behavior may also be linked to a larger sense...

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·June 15, 2021·4 min read

Brain Cell Membranes’ Lipids May Play Big Role in Alzheimer’s Progression

Study reveals the significant role lipids play in regulating the amyloid pathway protein C99 and the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 10, 2019·4 min read

New brain tumor imaging technique uses protein found in scorpion venom

A synthetic, non-toxic form of scorpion venom helps illuminate brain tumors when stimulated by a near-infrared laser. A clinical trial of the agent showed it to be safe for use in brain cancer patients.

Image shows the research putting an EEG cap on a test subject.

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·February 24, 2016·3 min read

Poor Short Term Memory Linked to Inability to Ignore Distractions

A person's working memory capacity is correlated with their brain's ability to actively ignore distraction, a new study reports.

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·February 20, 2021·4 min read

Depression, Anxiety, Loneliness Are Peaking in College Students

A new study reveals an increase in students reporting symptoms of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. 83% of students surveyed reported their mental health had impacted their academic performance within the past month.

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·February 12, 2019·4 min read

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Inflammation and Organ Dysfunction

A new study makes the case that obstructive sleep apnea should be viewed as a low grade chronic inflammatory disease.

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·April 6, 2020·2 min read

COVID-19: On average only 6% of actual SARS-CoV-2 infections detected worldwide

Study reveals the official number of confirmed cases of coronavirus is dramatically understated. Data shows, due to insufficient and delayed testing, countries throughout the world have only discovered about 6% of COVID-19 cases. The true number of infections worldwide may already have reached several tens of millions.

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