Neuroscience

Neuroscience research articles are provided.

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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·February 27, 2019·4 min read

Not All Sleep is Equal When it Comes to Cleaning the Brain

Study reinforces and explains the links between sleep deprivation and neurodegenerative diseases, researchers say.

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·February 27, 2019·7 min read

First Common Risk Genes for Autism Discovered

Researchers have identified the first common genetic risk variants for ASD. The study, which also reveals specific genetics differences in clinical subgroups of autism, may help in providing more precise diagnoses for those on the autism spectrum.

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·February 26, 2019·9 min read

Hip Fractures May Be An Early Sign of Alzheimer’s in Older People

Researchers report they have identified biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease in spinal fluid samples of a significant number of older patients hospitalized as a result of hip fractures. The study suggests neural alterations that lead to poor balance in older people may signify an increased risk of falls that result in hip fractures, and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers suggest the hip fracture, therefore, may serve as an early sign of Alzheimer's in older patients.

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·February 26, 2019·3 min read

New Insight on How the Nose Adapts to Smells

A new study sheds light on how our sense of smell is affected by the decrease of neurons in our noses as we age.

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·February 26, 2019·4 min read

‘Silent Type’ Cells Play Greater Role in Brain Behavior Than Previously Thought

A new study challenges the assumption of many scientists, that the most active neurons involved in complex activity are also the most important in controlling behavior.

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·February 26, 2019·3 min read

Our Faces Don’t Always Reveal Our True Emotions

Study reveals context is essential for reading people's emotions.

Auditory Neuroscience Autism Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·February 26, 2019·4 min read

Brain Response to Mom’s Voice Differs in Kids with Autism

In children with autism, the sound of their mom's voice creates a weaker brain response than in their peers not on the autism spectrum, a new study reports.

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·February 26, 2019·4 min read

A Reciprocal Relationship Between Obesity and Self Control

Researchers report obesity may be a result of reduced activity in the prefrontal cortex, which can influence self control and predispose a person to overeating.

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·February 26, 2019·4 min read

Neural Mechanism of Developmental Dyslexia Discovered

Contrary to popular belief, developmental dyslexia is not caused by a structural dysfunction in the cerebral cortex, researchers report. A new study reveals developmental dyslexia is the result of a decrease in white matter connectivity between the mPT and MGB.

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·February 26, 2019·4 min read

Smoking During Pregnancy Increases ADHD Risk 3 Fold

A new study links prenatal smoking with a significantly increased risk of a child developing ADHD later in life. The study found higher cotinine levels in the mother's blood during pregnancy increased the risk of her child being diagnosed with ADHD three fold.