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·March 4, 2021·5 min read

AI Helps With Drug Repurposing for Alzheimer’s

Researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence algorithm designed to examine existing drugs as potential Alzheimer's treatments. Read More

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·March 4, 2021·4 min read

Astrocytes Derived From Patients With Bipolar Disorder Malfunction

Astrocytes derived from pluripotent stem cells of bipolar patients provide suboptimal support for neural activity. The malfunction can be traced to the inflammation-promoting molecule, interleukin-6. Read More

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·March 2, 2021·4 min read

Unveiling the Weaving Fractal Network of Connecting Neurons

Dendrites weave their way through space that balances their need to connect to other neurons, but there is a cost. Read More

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·March 2, 2021·6 min read

The Most Detailed Look Yet at the Neuroscience of Placebo Effects

Patients who reported a greater reduction in pain following being administered a placebo showed larger reductions in brain areas associated with pain construction. Read More

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·March 2, 2021·4 min read

Placebo Effect May Explain Reported Benefits of Psychedelic Microdoses

A placebo-controlled study of psychedelics reveals the psychological benefits of microdosing are most likely explained by the placebo effect. Read More

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·March 1, 2021·5 min read

The Human Brain Grew as a Result of the Extinction of Large Animals

Study reveals the extinction of larger animals led to an increase in the volume of the human brain, and ultimately the development of language in early humans. Read More

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·March 1, 2021·4 min read

A New Theory for How Memories Are Stored in the Brain

A new theory of memory visualizes the brain as an organic super-computer that runs complex binary code with neurons acting like mechanical computers. The theory is based on the discovery of the protein molecule, talin, which contains switch-like domains that change shape in response to pressure in mechanical force by a cell. Read More

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·March 1, 2021·5 min read

Differences Related to Sexual Orientation Found in the Brain

A new neuroimaging study reveals brain patterns that differentiate between men and women are less pronounced in non-heterosexual people. The differences occurred primarily in sensory processing areas of the brain, in particular areas associated with visual processing. Researchers say the brain differences could be linked to a genetic predisposition for same-sex sexual behaviors. The study reveals a neurobiological basis for same-sex attractions. Read More

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·February 26, 2021·4 min read

Social Media Use Driven by Search for Reward, Akin to Animals Seeking Food

The use of social media, specifically to drive "likes" to our content, follows a pattern of "reward learning", much like when an animal is trained to seek food rewards. Read More

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·February 26, 2021·5 min read

Heart Problems Alter Gene Activity in the Hippocampus

Cardiovascular problems can alter gene activity in the hippocampus, increasing the risk for cognitive decline and memory deficits, a new study reports. Read More

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·February 26, 2021·3 min read

Making Music Tunes up Wellbeing During Lockdown

Online music improvisation collaborations helped improve mood, reduce feelings of loneliness, and promote feelings of community for participants. Read More