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November 20, 2024
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Nov. 20, 2024 — Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses. As many as 280 million people worldwide are affected by this disease, which is why researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that helps to identify depression based on ...
Nov. 12, 2024 — Engaging in everyday physical activity has immediate benefits for brain health. Middle-aged people who participated in everyday movement showed improvement in cognitive processing speed equivalent to being four years younger, regardless of the ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — A recently published study found that a tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments for the cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's disease ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — A research team found that Creativity Camp, a two-week arts intervention delivered as a day camp, had a positive impact on mental health and well-being in adolescents with ...
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Nov. 18, 2024 — Fampridine is currently used to improve walking ability in multiple sclerosis. A new study shows that it could also help individuals with reduced working memory, as seen in mental health conditions ...
Nov. 18, 2024 — Scientists reveal how sleep, especially naps, boosts motor learning after TBI, offering new insights into brain activity and rehabilitation ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — Stress is a double-edged sword when it comes to memory: stressful or otherwise emotional events are usually more memorable, but stress can also make it harder for us to retrieve memories. Now, ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — In a new study, researchers identify the biological processes behind stress-induced aversive memory generalization and highlight an intervention which could help restore appropriate memory ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — The Huntington's disease (HD) mutation eventually causes a fatal brain disease in adulthood, but a new study finds that early in life, children with ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Researchers have revealed how two neural circuits located in the brain's retrosplenial cortex are directly linked to spatial navigation and memory storage. This discovery could lead to more precise ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Adults exhibit a general tendency to make better decisions than adolescents, and this improvement drives an increase in specific and more sophisticated choice behaviors, according to a new ...
Nov. 12, 2024 — Loneliness and cognitive performance were related in the short term for older adults, according to a new ...
Nov. 11, 2024 — Asthma is associated with memory difficulties in children, and early onset of asthma may exacerbate memory deficits, according to a new ...
Nov. 7, 2024 — It's common knowledge that our brains -- and, specifically, our brain cells -- store memories. But a team of scientists has discovered that cells from other parts of the body also perform a memory ...
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Nov. 7, 2024 — One of the first studies to investigate the prevalence of unrecognized cognitive impairment among patients seen at Federally Qualified Health Centers, has found that it is ubiquitous, especially ...
Nov. 6, 2024 — Older people who are sleepy during the day or lack enthusiasm for activities due to sleep issues may be more likely to develop a syndrome that can lead to dementia, according to a new ...
Nov. 6, 2024 — By scanning the brains of people while they watched movie clips, neuroscientists have created the most detailed functional map of the brain to date. The fMRI analysis shows how different brain ...
Nov. 6, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a neural mechanism for memory integration that stretches across both time and personal ...
Nov. 5, 2024 — Thanks to a 'natural experiment' involving 30,000 people, researchers were able to determine very precisely what an extra year of education does to the brain in the long term. To their ...
Nov. 1, 2024 — Socioeconomic factors such as education, occupation, and wealth influence the likelihood of developing cognitive impairment or dementia in later life and whether a person is likely to recover, finds ...
Oct. 31, 2024 — People with stronger autistic trails showed distinct exploration patterns and higher levels of persistence in a computer game, ultimately resulting in better performance than people with lower scores ...
Oct. 31, 2024 — Sleep apnea, a common yet underdiagnosed sleep disorder, contributes to the development of dementia among adults -- particularly women, a new study suggests. At every age level, women with known or ...
Oct. 31, 2024 — Researchers have discovered that the dorsal premotor cortex serves a 'meta-learning' function, overseeing and regulating physical movements. Once believed to be limited to movement ...
Oct. 30, 2024 — An important new study has demonstrated that a combination therapy can slow cognitive decline in older adults at risk for ...
Oct. 30, 2024 — In common marmosets, the brain regions that process social interactions develop very slowly, extending until early adulthood, like in humans. During this time, all group members are involved in ...
Oct. 30, 2024 — Researchers have joined forces to give a boost to spatial memory by creating a unique experimental setup that combines non-invasive deep-brain stimulation, virtual reality training, and fMRI imaging. ...
Oct. 28, 2024 — Researchers have found that a person's risk of developing psychotic-like experiences may be influenced by both childhood attention problems and their genetic ...
Oct. 24, 2024 — Scientists have found individuals in Nigeria are experiencing neurological manifestations of long COVID -- called neuro-long COVID -- such as brain fog, mild cognitive impairment, fatigue, sleep ...
Oct. 24, 2024 — After only one to three days of a whiplash injury, scientists can predict which patients will develop chronic pain based on the extent of cross 'talk' between two regions of the brain, and ...
Oct. 24, 2024 — A new study reveals that setting reminders can eliminate some age-related declines in memory. The findings offer a significant breakthrough in addressing the cognitive challenges faced by older ...
Oct. 23, 2024 — In middle-aged people, having risk factors like blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol that are not well-controlled combined with not following certain healthy habits including exercise, diet ...
Oct. 22, 2024 — In a study, researchers use neuroimaging methods to examine brain resilience in regions of the brain linked to language and aging. They found that the hippocampus in bilinguals with Alzheimer's ...
Oct. 22, 2024 — Scientists shed light on the often-overlooked role of the cerebellum in both motor and social-cognitive processes. His research contributes to a growing shift in the field of neuroscience, which has ...
Oct. 18, 2024 — A species of tropical butterfly with unusually expanded brain structures display a fascinating mosaic pattern of neural expansion linked to a cognitive ...
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
- Sleepiness During the Day May Be Tied to Pre-Dementia Syndrome
- What Happens in Your Brain While You Watch a Movie
- Researchers Have Uncovered the Mechanism in the Brain That Constantly Refreshes Memory
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Friday, November 1, 2024
Thursday, October 31, 2024
- Autistic Traits Shape How We Explore
- Sleep Apnea Contributes to Dementia in Older Adults, Especially Women
- Meta-Learning of Motor Skills in the Dorsal Premotor Cortex of the Brain
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
- New Study Shows Combination Therapy Slows Cognitive Decline in at-Risk Populations
- Similarities in Brain Development Between Marmosets and Humans
- Combining VR and Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation: A Neurotechnology That Boosts Spatial Memory Without Surgery
Monday, October 28, 2024
Thursday, October 24, 2024
- Nigerians Are Experiencing Neuro-Long COVID, Research Finds
- Chronic Pain Can Be Predicted Within Three Days of an Injury
- Reminders Can Eliminate Age-Related Symptoms of Decline in Memory
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
- Bilingualism May Maintain Protection Against Alzheimer's
- Crucial Role of Cerebellum in Social and Cognitive Functioning
Friday, October 18, 2024
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
- Good Physical Fitness from Childhood Protects Mental Health
- How Do You Remember How to Ride a Bike? Thank Your Cerebellum
Friday, October 11, 2024
- 'Brain Endurance Training' Promotes Healthy Aging
- A New Target for Anxiety Disorders
- Evidence Builds for Near Infrared Light Treatment in Traumatic Brain Injury
Thursday, October 10, 2024
- Bilingualism Makes the Brain More Efficient, Especially When Learned at a Young Age
- Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation and Coronary Heart Disease Linked to Cognitive Impairment
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Monday, October 7, 2024
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
- Research in 4 Continents Links Outdoor Air Pollution to Differences in Children's Brains
- Neuroscientists Spark Shelter-Seeking Response by Reactivating Memory Circuit
Friday, September 27, 2024
- Unraveling the Role of tRNA Modifying Enzyme in Brain Function
- How Are Pronouns Processed in the Memory-Region of Our Brain?
Thursday, September 26, 2024
- Unexpected Role of Hippocampus in Skilled Movement Control
- Cognitive Deficits from Meth and PCP Use Are Generated by a Common Neurotransmitter Switch
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Thursday, September 19, 2024
- Play It Forward: Lasting Effects of Pretend Play in Early Childhood
- Activity in Brain System That Controls Eye Movements Highlights Importance of Spatial Thinking
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
- Higher Levels of Leptin Indicate Brain Protection Against Late-Life Dementia
- Like Humans, Artificial Minds Can 'learn by Thinking'
- Understanding Changes in Pre-Clinical Alzheimer's Disease
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Monday, September 16, 2024
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
- Boosting Brain Protein Levels May Slow Decline from Alzheimer's
- Researchers Combine the Power of AI and the Connectome to Predict Brain Cell Activity
- Wearable Brain Imaging Device Shines a Light on How Babies Respond in Real-World Situations
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
- Variety Is the Spice of Learning, Memory Study Suggests
- Games, Puzzles and Reading Can Slow Cognitive Decline in the Elderly -- Even in Those With Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Delayed Feedback Enhances Learning Performance in Individuals With Traumatic Brain Injury, Study Indicates
Monday, September 9, 2024
Friday, September 6, 2024
- Falling for Financial Scams? It May Signal Early Alzheimer's Disease
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Enhances Brain Circuits to Relieve Depression
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
- Heavy Metal Cadmium May Be Tied to Memory Issues for Some
- A New Role for Intelligent Tutors Powered by AI in Brain Surgery?
- Sports Concussions in Non-Athletes Not Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Effects
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- New Approach Can Help Detect and Predict Mental Health Symptoms in Teens
- Researchers Give Adult Zebra Finches Back Their Ability to Learn New Songs
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
- Neuroscientists Explore the Intersection of Music and Memory
- A Cellular Community in the Brain Drives Alzheimer's Disease
- A Healthy Lifestyle May Counteract Diabetes-Associated Brain Aging
- Epigenetics Blood Markers Can Help Explain Dementia Risk
Monday, August 26, 2024
- Non-Cognitive Skills: The Hidden Key to Academic Success
- Short-Duration, Light-Intensity Exercises Improve Cerebral Blood Flow in Children
Friday, August 23, 2024
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
- Study Assesses Seizure Risk from Stimulating Thalamus
- Discovery of 'item Memory' Brain Cells Offers New Alzheimer's Treatment Target
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Monday, August 19, 2024
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- Sleep Resets Neurons for New Memories the Next Day
- The Brain Creates Three Copies for a Single Memory
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- Singing from Memory Unlocks a Surprisingly Common Musical Superpower
- International Study Detects Consciousness in Unresponsive Patients
- Alzheimer's Cognitive Decline Predicted by Patient's Age, Sex, and Irregular Heart Rhythm
- New Research Identifies Early Sensorimotor Markers for Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Patterns of Intelligence
- Shingles Increases Risk of Subsequent Cognitive Decline, Study Suggests
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
- Childhood Maltreatment Is Associated With Greater Cognitive Difficulties Than Previously Thought
- Children Born Prematurely Fall Into Three Groups
Monday, August 12, 2024
- State-of-the-Art Brain Recordings Reveal How Neurons Resonate
- Possible Explanation for Link Between Diabetes and Alzheimer's
- In Breakthrough Alzheimer's Discovery, Research Team Finds New Targets and Biomarkers for Potential Novel Therapies
Friday, August 9, 2024
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
- Memory Loss in Aging and Dementia: Dendritic Spine Head Diameter Predicts Memory in Old Age
- Molecule Restores Cognition, Memory in Alzheimer's Disease Model Mice
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Friday, August 2, 2024
- Eye-Tracking Study Provides Valuable Insights Into Learning Mathematics
- Dopamine Physiology in the Brain Unveiled Through Cutting-Edge Brain Engineering
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Monday, July 29, 2024
- New Clues Point Towards How Exercise Reduces Symptoms of Depression
- Researchers Create New Template of the Human Brain