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Miniature VR headsets unlock insights into spatial memory and brain disorders

In recent years, mice have entered a new arena – virtual reality – and now Cornell University researchers have built mini VR headsets to more fully immerse them.

19 Dec 2024

AI-based aging clocks offer insights into health and lifespan

Researchers at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London have conducted a comprehensive study to evaluate artificial intelligence based aging clocks, which predict health and lifespan using data from blood.

18 Dec 2024

Sleep disruptions may increase brain volume in the hippocampus

People with breathing problems during sleep may have a larger hippocampus, the area of the brain responsible for memory and thinking, according to a study published in the December 18, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

18 Dec 2024

Study finds no link between antibiotic use and cognitive decline in older adults

For healthy older adults, using antibiotics is not associated with an increased risk of cognitive impairment or dementia, according to a study published in the December 18, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

18 Dec 2024

New study reveals complex attitudes toward psychedelic therapy

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview with researchers from Emory University, a new study published today reveals complex attitudes toward psychedelic therapy, with detailed statistics showing both strong support for potential benefits and significant awareness of risks.

18 Dec 2024

Plymouth researchers lead initiative to advance the study of meningiomas in NF2-SWN

Researchers at the University of Plymouth are leading an innovative initiative to advance the study of meningiomas in NF2-related schwannomatosis (NF2-SWN).

18 Dec 2024

Thalamus damage plays key role in long-term stroke disability

A recent study from Simon Fraser University researchers has revealed how an overlooked type of indirect brain damage contributes to ongoing disability after a stroke.

17 Dec 2024

Advancements in reinforcement learning for personalized patient care

Reinforcement Learning, an artificial intelligence approach, has the potential to guide physicians in designing sequential treatment strategies for better patient outcomes but requires significant improvements before it can be applied in clinical settings, finds a new study by Weill Cornell Medicine and Rockefeller University researchers.

17 Dec 2024

Zebrafish study uncovers how ketamine affects brain cells to treat depression

The decades-old anesthetic ketamine could be a game changer for treating severe depression, but there are still many questions about how the drug works, including exactly how it affects the brain's cells and circuits.

17 Dec 2024

Blunted neural response to rewards predicts depression in teens

Novel research shows that a reduced neural response to receiving rewards in teens predicts the first onset of depression, but not anxiety or suicidality.

17 Dec 2024

Research reveals how the brain processes fundamental learning calculations and social interactions

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview, Dr. Munir Gunes Kutlu, Assistant Professor at Temple University's Center for Substance Abuse Research, unveils revolutionary findings about how our brains process fundamental learning calculations and social interactions.

17 Dec 2024

New studies reveal how visual information is processed and distributed in the brain

Researchers at Neuro-Electronics Research Flanders (NERF), led by Prof. Vincent Bonin, have published two new studies uncovering how visual information is processed and distributed in the brain.

17 Dec 2024

Renowned neuroscientist reveals key insights into how brain circuits drive addictive behaviors

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview published today in Brain Medicine, renowned neuroscientist Dr. Peter Kalivas reveals crucial insights into how brain circuits drive addictive behaviors and discusses potential new drug targets for treating behavioral disorders.

17 Dec 2024

How brain connectivity and machine learning enhance understanding of human cognition

Researchers provide new insights into human cognition by prioritizing interpretability in predictive modeling of intelligence from brain connectivity

16 Dec 2024

Study links intermittent fasting to slower hair growth

Intermittent fasting has proven benefits for metabolic health, but a new study shows that it could slow hair growth - at least in mice.

13 Dec 2024

Disrupting the circadian rhythm of glioblastoma slows tumor growth, study says

Virtually every cell in the human body has an internal clock. These clocks take their cues from a central clock in the brain. In a normal, biological process called synchrony, the central clock coordinates daily rhythms around the body, so that every cell and tissue recognizes the same external time of day.

13 Dec 2024

Study uncovers brain mechanism behind empathetic responses

A specific brain mechanism modulates how animals respond empathetically to others' emotions. This is the latest finding from the research unit Genetics of Cognition, led by Francesco Papaleo, Principal Investigator at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT - Italian Institute of Technology) and affiliated with IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino in Genova.

12 Dec 2024

Study sheds light on how deep sleep supports memory formation

It has been known for nearly 20 years that slow, synchronous electrical waves in the brain during deep sleep support the formation of memories.

12 Dec 2024

Blood pressure fluctuations linked to problems with thinking and memory skills

Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

11 Dec 2024

Neuroscience reveals how social rewards and relational value drive human connection

Though painful, social rejection can be a powerful learning tool, new USC research suggests.

11 Dec 2024

Neuroscience News and Research

Miniature VR headsets unlock insights into spatial memory and brain disorders

AI-based aging clocks offer insights into health and lifespan

Sleep disruptions may increase brain volume in the hippocampus

Study finds no link between antibiotic use and cognitive decline in older adults

New study reveals complex attitudes toward psychedelic therapy

Plymouth researchers lead initiative to advance the study of meningiomas in NF2-SWN

Thalamus damage plays key role in long-term stroke disability

Advancements in reinforcement learning for personalized patient care

Zebrafish study uncovers how ketamine affects brain cells to treat depression

Blunted neural response to rewards predicts depression in teens

Research reveals how the brain processes fundamental learning calculations and social interactions

New studies reveal how visual information is processed and distributed in the brain

Renowned neuroscientist reveals key insights into how brain circuits drive addictive behaviors

How brain connectivity and machine learning enhance understanding of human cognition

Study links intermittent fasting to slower hair growth

Disrupting the circadian rhythm of glioblastoma slows tumor growth, study says

Study uncovers brain mechanism behind empathetic responses

Study sheds light on how deep sleep supports memory formation

Blood pressure fluctuations linked to problems with thinking and memory skills

Neuroscience reveals how social rewards and relational value drive human connection

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