Basic cell health systems wear down in Huntington’s disease, analysis shows
A new computational approach for analyzing complex datasets shows that as disease progresses, neurons and astrocytes lose the ability to maintain homeostasis.
yesterday • ~6 min
Sleep may be how the brain ties emotions to memory
Research in mice suggests that during sleep, neurons are busy connecting emotions like fear to memory. The finding may shed light on PTSD and anxiety.
Feb. 23, 2021 • ~6 min
Curious Kids: how does our brain know to make immediate decisions?
Our brains have two ways of thinking and making decisions: fast and slow.
Feb. 23, 2021 • ~5 min
Caffeine in pregnancy can have lasting effect on fetal brain
New research finds that caffeine consumed during pregnancy can affect the development of fetal brains. The changes can lead to behavioral problems later.
Feb. 22, 2021 • ~5 min
Make an effort? If rewards and performance align
We put in mental effort when there's a reward, research finds, but also when our performance will make a difference.
Feb. 17, 2021 • ~7 min
Lemurs show monogamy is more complex than we thought
Humans aren't the only mammals that make long-term love matches. But a study with lemurs shows not all monogamous mammals are "wired for love" the same way.
Feb. 12, 2021 • ~7 min
Function identified of ‘mystery protein’ that kills healthy brain cells of people with Parkinson’s
Scientists have made a ‘vital step’ towards understanding the origins of Parkinson’s disease – the fastest growing neurological condition in the world.
Feb. 11, 2021 • ~5 min
Light decodes what a person sees from brain signals
Light may one day offer a way to help people unable to express themselves because of brain injury or disease communicate with the outside world.
Feb. 9, 2021 • ~7 min
Light may decode brain signals to help stroke patients communicate
Light may one day offer a way to help people unable to express themselves because of brain injury or disease communicate with the outside world.
Feb. 9, 2021 • ~8 min
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