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Official Neuroscience News Twitter. Brain research news articles on neuroscience, psychology, AI, neurology, brain cancer, robotics, mental health & science.
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Vitamin D May Slow Biological Aging. A new sub-study from the large-scale VITAL trial has shown that daily vitamin D3 supplementation significantly slows telomere shortening in older adults, potentially delaying cellular aging. Telomeres, the protective caps on the ends of
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Epigenetics Unlocks Secrets of Memory Formation. A new study has found that the epigenetic state of neurons is crucial for their involvement in memory formation. Neurons with open chromatin states are more likely to be part of the memory trace, showing higher electrical
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Neuroimaging study reveals significant brain changes in areas associated with language comprehension, cognition, and circadian rhythm control six months after COVID-19 infection. #covid19 #neuroscience #science.
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New study finds that people with a genetic risk for psychosis have an imbalance of glutamate and GABA neurotransmitters in their brains. This imbalance is associated with hippocampal atrophy, which may lead to the development of psychotic symptoms. The findings could lead to new
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Low-intensity exercise triggers brain networks associated with cognitive control and attention processing, while high-intensity exercise activates networks involved in emotional processing.
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Cells Beyond the Brain Show Surprising Memory Abilities. A new study reveals that cells outside the brain, such as kidney and nerve cells, can also store memory by responding to repeated stimuli similarly to brain cells. Researchers found that non-brain cells can activate a
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Heavy metal music may have a bad reputation, but it has numerous mental health benefits for fans. Heavy metal music may have a bad reputation, but a new study reveals the music has positive mental health benefits for its fans. #music #psychology.
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Mental Exhaustion Drives Aggressive Behavior. Prolonged mental fatigue can impair self-control and make people more likely to act aggressively, according to new research. Scientists explored how “ego depletion,” or the exhaustion of willpower, impacts decision-making by using
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Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Gut Microbiota Is Confirmed. Study confirms an association between an imbalance in gut bacteria and the development of amyloid plaques in the brains of humans. #alzheimers #neuroscience #science.
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation Erases PTSD. A groundbreaking clinical study paired vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with traditional prolonged exposure therapy to treat patients with treatment-resistant PTSD. Remarkably, all nine participants no longer met the criteria for PTSD up to six
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Brain Prioritizes What to Remember When Memory Space Runs Low. A new neuroscience study has revealed how the brain manages its limited working memory capacity by prioritizing important information. When people are asked to remember multiple visual items, their brains allocate
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New research suggests our brains don't just process music — they resonate with it. Neural Resonance Theory reveals how sound syncs with brain rhythms, shaping pleasure, timing, and movement. Could music hold keys to therapy and AI?
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“Everyone thinks you need to ‘practice, practice, practice’ when learning something new. Instead, we found that resting, early and often, may be just as critical to learning as practice.”- Leonardo G. Cohen, MD, PhD .#neuroscience #learning.
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Red Light Therapy May Reduce Deadly Blood Clots. A new study shows that exposure to long-wavelength red light reduces the formation of blood clots, which are a leading cause of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious health conditions. Researchers found that mice exposed to
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Bilingual Brains Build Stronger Connections. A new study reveals that learning a second language in childhood significantly boosts brain connectivity, especially between the cerebellum and left frontal cortex. Researchers used whole-brain fMRI scans to compare bilingual and
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How Prozac Increases Brain Plasticity. Fluoxetine (Prozac), a common antidepressant, was found to enhance the erasure of learned fear responses and facilitate spatial pattern learning in mice. The study also found the TrkB receptor in PV+ interneurons plays a crucial role in
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Amygdala Cells Linked to Anxiety. Researchers have identified distinct cell types in the amygdala, a brain region central to processing fear and anxiety, which could enable more targeted treatments for anxiety disorders. Using gene expression analysis in human and macaque
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That’s Nuts! Eating Walnuts Regularly Improves Cognitive Development and Psychological Maturation in Teens. Teens who added walnuts to their diet for 100 days showed improvements in attention function, and for those with ADHD, frequent walnut consumption was associated with
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Reading Strengthens Key Brain Regions for Language and Empathy. New research reveals that reading ability is linked to distinct brain structures, particularly in the left anterior temporal lobe and Heschl’s gyrus. These regions are crucial for integrating word meanings and
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Poor Sleep Linked to Difficulty Controlling Unwanted Thoughts. Sleep deprivation disrupts brain regions responsible for suppressing unwanted memories, linking poor sleep to mental health problems like depression and anxiety. Functional neuroimaging shows that sleep-deprived
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When most people make errors, they are willing to learn from their mistakes. Those with narcissistic personality traits fail to acknowledge when they make mistakes and are thus unable to learn from errors they have made. #psychology #neuroscience #science.
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Exercise More Effective Than Medicines to Manage Mental Health. Exercise intervention that lasts 12 weeks or less appears to be most effective at reducing mental health symptoms, especially for those suffering from anxiety and depression. Higher-intensity
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Your workouts could boost your brain. New research reveals lactate, a byproduct of exercise, plays a critical role in brain development and neuron differentiation. These findings could lead to new ways to prevent cognitive diseases. #neuroscience .1/2
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Your Heart’s Secret: It Has Its Own Nervous System. Researchers have discovered that the heart has its own complex nervous system, often referred to as a "mini-brain," capable of regulating its rhythm independently from the brain. This system includes specialized neurons, some
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Brain Activity Reveals How We Learn From Mistakes. A new study reveals that animals learn much faster than previously thought by tracking brain activity in mice as they acquired new skills. Researchers found that mice could learn a task in as few as 20-40 attempts, contradicting
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New research links maternal diet to ADHD & autism risk. A Western diet during pregnancy increases ADHD risk by 66% and autism risk by 122%. Findings suggest prenatal nutrition plays a critical role in fetal brain development. Should dietary guidelines be reconsidered?
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New research shows maternal affection in childhood predicts key personality traits like conscientiousness, openness & agreeableness—traits linked to lifelong success. Early parenting matters more than we thought.
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Your Brain and Body Literally Sync to Music. A new international study supports Neural Resonance Theory (NRT), which suggests that our brains and bodies don't just process music — they physically resonate with it. This means that rhythm, melody, and harmony synchronize with
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Gut Microbiome Regulates Brain Signals Through the Vagus Nerve. A new study provides direct evidence that the gut microbiome influences brain function through the vagus nerve. Researchers found that germ-free mice, which lack gut bacteria, exhibited significantly lower vagal
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New Multiple Sclerosis Drug Regenerates Myelin, Improves Movement. Researchers have developed a new drug, PIPE-307, that targets nerve damage caused by multiple sclerosis (MS) by promoting the regeneration of myelin, the protective insulation around nerve fibers. This drug
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Study Supports Quantum Basis of Consciousness in the Brain. A recent study has provided experimental evidence supporting the idea that consciousness may have a quantum basis. Researchers found that when rats were given a drug binding to microtubules, they took longer to fall
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Hippocampus Is the Brain’s Storyteller. The hippocampus brings pieces of memories together over time and forms them into connective, narrative memories. #memory #neuroscience #science.
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Maternal Diet Influences ADHD and Autism Risk. A large study analyzing over 60,000 mother-child pairs found that a Western diet during pregnancy—high in fat, sugar, and processed foods—is linked to an increased risk of ADHD and autism in children. Even small shifts toward a
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Your Brain Maps Actions Like It Maps Space. A new study reveals that the brain organizes action-outcome associations in a map-like structure, similar to how it navigates physical space. These cognitive maps are located in the hippocampus and interact with the motor system to
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Human brains uniquely use multiple parallel pathways for information transmission, setting us apart from other mammals. This could be key to our advanced cognition and has exciting implications for neuroscience. 1/2
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Children who sleep less than 9 hours per night have significant differences in brain regions associated with memory, intelligence, and well-being compared to their peers who sleep 9 or more hours per night. #neuroscience #science #sleep.
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How memories form and fade . Using mouse models, Caltech researchers have now determined that strong, stable memories are encoded by “teams” of neurons all firing in synchrony, providing redundancy that enables these memories to persist over time.
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New research confirms that physical activity plays a critical role in protecting brain health, reducing the risk of dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. In contrast, prolonged sitting is linked to a significantly higher risk of these conditions. This study,
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Psychedelics May Reset Brain-Immune Link Driving Fear and Anxiety. A new study shows that chronic stress activates immune cells that migrate to the brain’s fear center, the amygdala, increasing inflammation and intensifying fear behaviors. These immune-driven changes disrupt
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If You Get the Chills From Music, You May Have a Unique Brain. *Update!*. People who physically respond to music with chills have stronger fiber connections between the auditory cortex and emotional processing areas in the brain. #neuroscience. 1/2
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How Music Can Prevent Cognitive Decline. Listening to or practicing music had positive implications on cognitive decline in older adults by stimulating the production of gray matter in key brain areas, a new study reveals. Image credit: UNIGE - Damien Marie (@dmn_mr)
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Exercise Is Even More Effective Than Counselling or Medication for Depression. Exercise is an effective way to help with the treatment of a range of mental health disorders including depression and anxiety. In fact, exercise could be more effective than
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Repetitive training allows new memory trails to be established in cerebral cortex within a short time. These are only sufficient on their own if learning follows sleep - otherwise the hippocampus is used for permanent storage of new memory contents.
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New research unveils how Vitamin D deficiency alters neuron growth and dopamine release, contributing to disorders like schizophrenia. This discovery underscores the importance of vitamin D in brain development. #neuroscience . 1/4
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Targeting Brain’s Drainage Pathways Rejuvenates Memory. As people age, the brain becomes less effective at clearing waste, potentially contributing to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. A new study shows that enhancing the brain’s waste-draining
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How the Brain Processes Space and Time. A study reveals that the human brain processes space and time differently depending on the region. In the occipital cortex, space and time are tightly linked and processed by the same neurons, with longer durations causing stronger neural
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Ketone Bodies Clear Damaged Proteins in the Brain. Ketone bodies, known for their role in energy metabolism during fasting, have been shown to directly interact with damaged proteins in the brain, aiding their clearance through autophagy. Researchers discovered that the ketone
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A New Explanation for Consciousness. A new theory of consciousness suggests decisions are made unconsciously, then about half a second later, they become conscious. #consciousness #neuroscience #science.
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Researchers developed a method for creating lab-grown brain organoids, free of animal cells. This innovation will significantly enhance our understanding and treatment of neurodegenerative conditions. #neuroscience .1/2
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Children Use Both Brain Hemispheres to Understand Language, Unlike Adults. Unlike adults, infants and young children use both hemispheres of their brain to process language. #language #neuroscience #science.
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Adult-born neurons grow more than their infancy-born counterparts. Neurons created as a result of adult neurogenesis mature for longer and grow larger than those created during infancy. #neuroscience #science.
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How emotions are mapped in the brain. Neuroimaging reveals the entire set of human emotions is topographically located in the right temporoparietal junction.
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Are we underestimating the role of vitamin B12 in brain health? New research suggests that even “normal” levels may contribute to cognitive decline in older adults. Should we be supplementing earlier?
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Vitamin B Deficiency in Gut Linked to Parkinson’s. A new study reveals a potential link between gut bacteria and Parkinson's disease. Researchers found a decrease in bacteria responsible for synthesizing essential B vitamins, particularly B2 and B7, in the guts of Parkinson's
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New pathways in brain's amygdala discovered . Study provides evidence of the existence of a long-rage inhibitory pathway from the auditory cortex to the amygdala in the brains of mice.
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Dopamine Can Rewire Reward-Linked Memories. New research reveals dopamine has a surprising role in reshaping the memories associated with rewarding experiences. Traditionally known for signaling pleasure or reward, dopamine was shown in a mouse study to actively reduce the
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What Happens in the Brain When People Make Music Together?. A new study reveals what goes on in the brain when a person embarks on a musical collaboration project. #music #neuroscience #psychology #science.
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Immune System Tied to Mental Health Disorders.A large genetic study has revealed that the immune system may play a causal role in a range of mental health conditions, including depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers identified 29
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Study Confirms Early Brain Differences Between Sexes. A study of over 500 newborns has revealed significant differences in male and female brain structures at birth, highlighting prenatal origins. Male brains are larger overall, while females have more grey matter in regions
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Stressed to the max? Deep sleep can rewire the anxious brain . "Without sleep, it's almost as if the brain is too heavy on the emotional accelerator pedal, without enough brake," Walker said.
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Inside the Quiet Mind: The Absence of Inner Speech. A novel study introduces "anendophasia," a condition where individuals experience little to no inner speech, challenging the assumption that internal dialogue is universal. Researchers identified that those with minimal inner
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Antidepressants Impact Brain Development. Antidepressant use during pregnancy, particularly fluoxetine, may influence fetal brain development in the prefrontal cortex and heighten the risk of future mental health disorders in children. The study specifically examines
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How the Brain Slows Down When We Focus Our Gaze. A new study reveals that the brain can switch between slow and fast integration of information, allowing it to modulate the timescales on which it operates. The study also provides insight into how the structure of neural networks
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Gut Bacteria Modulate Stress Responses Over Time. A new study reveals that gut bacteria play a significant role in regulating the body’s response to stress by interacting with circadian rhythms, highlighting a potential pathway for developing microbiome-based mental health
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A new study reveals our visual perception is deeply influenced by cognitive biases that can begin at the retina level. Findings show that we unconsciously alter perceptions to serve our interests, enhancing survival and well-being. #neuroscience . 1/3
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New Imaging Technique Identifies Autism Markers with 95% Accuracy. Researchers have developed a novel imaging technique that identifies genetic markers of autism in brain images with 89-95% accuracy. This breakthrough method uses transport-based morphometry (TBM) to detect
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Bystander PTSD Alters Brain Differently Than Direct Trauma. A new study reveals that witnessing trauma causes distinct brain changes, different from those seen in people who directly experience trauma. Researchers found that bystander PTSD alters protein degradation patterns in
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Cohort study of all children born in Denmark to Danish-born mothers 1999-2010 found MMR vaccine does not increase autism risk, does not trigger autism in susceptible children, and is not associated w/ clustering of autism cases following vaccination.
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New research reveals the speed of human thought: 10 bits per second. Why does the brain think so slowly when our senses process data 100 million times faster? A paradox that reshapes our understanding of cognition.
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Mental Fatigue Increases Temptation for Rewards. Mental fatigue has been shown to increase the appeal of rewards, such as unhealthy snacks or drug use, according to new research. The study found that both rats and humans who completed cognitively demanding tasks sought out more
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Researchers Create Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function. Researchers have created minuscule, battery-free devices that can wrap around individual neuron parts, potentially aiding in the treatment of neurological disorders. These devices, made from a
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Using CRISPR gene editing, researchers were able to control microglia and reverse their toxic state associated with Alzheimer's disease, and put them back on track. #neuroscience #science.
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Sleep deprivation alters the structure of DNA inside immune cells and increases the number of immune cells, which causes them to overreact and spark inflammation. Catching up on sleep does not reverse this effect. #sleep #neuroscience #science.
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Sex Differences Found in Brain’s Reward Pathways. A new study reveals distinct differences between males and females in how their brains strengthen connections in the hippocampus and nucleus accumbens, crucial areas for reward-related behaviors. These findings may explain why
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Sleep Loss Weakens Brain’s Ability to Block Unwanted Memories. Sleep deprivation impairs the brain's ability to suppress unwanted memories, a function critical for maintaining mental health. In a study, well-rested participants could engage the prefrontal cortex to block
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Genetic Driver of Anxiety Discovered. An international team of scientists has identified a gene in the brain responsible for anxiety symptoms and found that modifying the gene can reduce anxiety levels, offering a novel drug target for anxiety disorders. The discovery highlights
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Serotonin Neurons Challenge Old Views of Brain Function. New research reveals that serotonin neurons in the brain are far more interconnected and dynamic than previously believed. Instead of acting independently, these neurons form distinct groups that can interact, influencing
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Are we 'brainwashed' during sleep? . Study reveals as we sleep, cerebrospinal fluid pulses in the brain in rhythmic patterns.
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Deep Sleep Drives Brain’s Waste Clearance, Aiding Cognitive Health. Deep sleep is vital for brain health, as it clears waste through the glymphatic system, which relies on norepinephrine-driven pulsations in blood vessels. These waves occur about every 50 seconds during deep
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Psychedelics Rewire Brain-Immune Circuits. New research shows that psychedelics like psilocybin reshape how the brain and immune system communicate, not just how neurons function. Scientists discovered that chronic stress disrupts signaling in the amygdala, triggering immune
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New research finds that our perception of truth is swayed by the perceived intentions of the information source. It's not just about the facts, but who's telling them and why. We navigate a complex social context to determine what we deem as true or false.
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Research reveals how dehumanizing metaphors feed hatred by tapping into brain's wiring. A reminder that words have power, influencing beliefs and shaping our societal landscape. #psychology. 1/3
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Brain-Wide Connections Predict Human Intelligence. Human intelligence may depend on brain-wide connectivity rather than specific localized regions. By analyzing fMRI data from over 800 participants, the study linked general intelligence, including fluid and crystallized
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Unlocking Creative Flow: How the Brain Enters the Zone. A new study uncovers the neurological underpinnings of the creative flow state, famously termed being "in the zone." . By analyzing EEGs from jazz guitarists during improvisation, the research reveals that achieving flow
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Our brains are hard-wired for the benefits of music. Every time a musician practices, their brains rewire by strengthening synapses, building new neurons, and rebuilding the myelin sheath. #music #neuroscience #science.
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Dopamine not only plays a key role in learning but also appears to drive motivation. This breakthrough could reshape our understanding of numerous disorders from addiction to Parkinson's. #neuroscience . 1/3
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Writing by Hand Helps Children Learn Letters Better. A new study has shown that young children learn letters and word structures more effectively through handwriting than by using keyboards. Researchers taught 5- to 6-year-olds unfamiliar letters and pseudowords through either
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Dopamine Treatment Reduces Alzheimer’s Plaques. Researchers have discovered a potential new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease by leveraging the neurotransmitter dopamine. In a recent study using a mouse model of Alzheimer’s, dopamine was found to increase the production of
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Women Better at Reading Minds Than Men. New study reveals women are better at mentalizing and picking up on subtle behavioral cues of others than men. #psychology #neuroscience #science.
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Herpes Virus Linked to Long-Term Brain and Neurological Problems. New research reveals that herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), typically associated with cold sores, can invade the brain through nasal pathways, causing lasting neurological damage. Scientists found that animals
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Weight Training May Slow Cognitive Decline and Protect Aging Brains. A recent study found that weight training can protect the brains of older adults with mild cognitive impairment, a condition that increases the risk of dementia. After six months of twice-weekly resistance
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Mental Fatigue Triggers Compensatory Brain Mechanisms. Prolonged mental exertion weakens the connectivity between the frontal and parietal lobes of the brain, leading to slower information processing. However, new research has found that compensatory mechanisms in the brain
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Trial drug may block early stages of COVID-19, human cell study shows . Findings suggest hrsACE2 could significantly block the early stages of SARS-CoV-2 infections and prevent COVID-19 from becoming severe. #covid19 #coronavirus #COVID19Pandemic.
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Revolutionary 3D-Printed Brain Tissue Mimics Human Function. Researchers made a pioneering advancement in neuroscience by creating the first-ever 3D-printed brain tissue that exhibits growth and functional capabilities akin to actual human brain tissue. This innovative approach
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Groundbreaking research introduces a novel vaccine aimed at Alzheimer's disease, targeting inflamed brain cells. In trials, the vaccine reduced deposits linked to Alzheimer's and improved the mice's awareness, a sign of disease reduction. A hopeful step towards altering
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Prenatal Stress Leaves Lasting Molecular Imprints on Babies. A new study reveals that stress experienced by mothers during pregnancy can reprogram critical molecular pathways in their newborns, particularly affecting the cholinergic system, which controls stress response and
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Why People With Depression Can Sometimes Experience Memory Problems. Researchers shed light on why some people with depression experience memory loss and cognitive problems. #depression #psychology #neuroscience #science #memory.
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How our brains remember things depends upon how we learn them . They found that the changes seen in the participants’ neural pathways associated with learning were different depending upon how each person had learned the new skill.
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Researchers have traced a group of nerve cells tied to stress and negative emotions in the mouse brain. These neurons react to estrogen, shedding light on why women may be more stress-prone than men. This finding could pave the way for new depression treatments.
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Curiosity May Hold Key to Healthy Brain Aging. Curiosity may be a critical factor in healthy aging, according to new research that distinguishes between general curiosity (trait curiosity) and momentary, topic-specific curiosity (state curiosity). While trait curiosity tends to
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