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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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·May 21, 2025·4 min read

Cold Sore Virus Linked to Alzheimer’s, Antivirals May Lower Risk

A large study suggests that symptomatic infection with herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1)—best known for causing cold sores—may significantly raise the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that people with HSV-1 were 80% more likely to have Alzheimer’s, while those treated with antiviral medications had a 17% lower risk.

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·May 21, 2025·5 min read

Postpartum Psychosis May Run in Families

Women are over 10 times more likely to develop postpartum psychosis if their sister has experienced the condition, according to a major study of more than 1.6 million women. This rare but severe disorder, marked by hallucinations, paranoia, and disorganized thinking after childbirth, can have life-threatening consequences if not treated.

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·May 20, 2025·4 min read

Color Knowledge Tied to Language-Visual Brain Circuitry

A new study shows that our ability to recall details about familiar objects—like a banana’s typical color—depends on strong connections between visual and language-processing areas of the brain. Researchers found that stroke patients with disrupted neural pathways between these regions had weaker object-color knowledge and altered brain activity.

Featured Neuroscience Pain Psychology

·May 20, 2025·6 min read

Depression May Signal Chronic Pain Years Before It Starts

Middle-aged and older adults who experience chronic pain often show worsening symptoms of depression up to eight years before the pain begins. A large-scale study found that depressive symptoms and loneliness increased long before pain onset, suggesting mental health may play a causal role in later physical discomfort.

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·May 20, 2025·4 min read

Body’s Own Cannabinoids May Help Control Trauma-Linked Fear

A new study reveals that a natural cannabinoid in the body, 2-AG, plays a crucial role in regulating fear responses, particularly in individuals with PTSD and anxiety. Researchers found that lower levels of 2-AG in both mice and humans were linked to exaggerated or overgeneralized fear reactions to non-threatening stimuli. This suggests that 2-AG helps the brain distinguish real threats from harmless cues, acting as a natural filter for fear.

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·May 20, 2025·5 min read

Brain’s Gatekeepers Remember Signals to Shape Long-Term Memory

Summary: A new study reveals how calcium ion channels in the brain don’t just relay signals—they remember them. Researchers discovered...

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 20, 2025·5 min read

Kindergarten for AI: Basic Skills Boost Complex Learning in RNNs

Summary: AI systems, like humans and animals, learn better when they first master simple tasks. Researchers showed that recurrent neural...

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·May 20, 2025·5 min read

Newly Found Brain Switch Regulates Synapses, Offers Clues to Autism

A research team has uncovered a molecular "switch" that precisely regulates NMDA receptors, key players in brain communication, by blocking excitatory synapse overactivity. The proteins MDGA2 and EphB2 were found to compete for receptor activation, with MDGA2 acting as a natural inhibitor.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience Pain

·May 20, 2025·4 min read

Next-Gen Painkiller Blocks Pain Without the High

Summary: A new experimental drug, SBI-810, may deliver potent pain relief without the addictive and harmful side effects of opioids....

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·May 20, 2025·4 min read

Hitting Snooze Disrupts REM Sleep

Despite expert warnings, hitting the snooze button is a common part of many people’s morning routines. A large global study analyzing data from over 21,000 individuals found that snoozing occurred in 56% of sleep sessions, with heavy users snoozing for up to 20 minutes each morning.

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·May 20, 2025·5 min read

Acetate and Bacteria Team Up to Burn Fat

A new study reveals that acetate—when paired with specific gut bacteria—can significantly reduce fat and liver mass in both normal and obese mice. Researchers used a supplement called AceCel, which delivers acetate directly to the large intestine, promoting the growth of Bacteroides bacteria.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·May 20, 2025·5 min read

Rethinking Propaganda in the Digital Age

Propaganda is often seen as a manipulative force, but it may be a necessary tool for active participation in a digital society. Rather than eliminate it, people should learn to understand and ethically use propaganda to counter disinformation and promote social good.

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Neuroscience

Cold Sore Virus Linked to Alzheimer’s, Antivirals May Lower Risk

Postpartum Psychosis May Run in Families

Color Knowledge Tied to Language-Visual Brain Circuitry

Depression May Signal Chronic Pain Years Before It Starts

Body’s Own Cannabinoids May Help Control Trauma-Linked Fear

Brain’s Gatekeepers Remember Signals to Shape Long-Term Memory

Kindergarten for AI: Basic Skills Boost Complex Learning in RNNs

Newly Found Brain Switch Regulates Synapses, Offers Clues to Autism

Next-Gen Painkiller Blocks Pain Without the High

Hitting Snooze Disrupts REM Sleep

Acetate and Bacteria Team Up to Burn Fat

Rethinking Propaganda in the Digital Age

1,000-Subject Trial Maps Brain Aging in the Real World

ATP Platform Adaptive Trial Speeds Up Dementia Research

Modern Design Geometry Causes Visual Stress and Brain Overload

C1 Neurons Identified as Master Anxiety Switch

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