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A new study shows for the first time that low and high exercise intensities differentially influence brain function. Continue reading “High and low exercise intensity found to influence brain function differently”
Many leading concepts in modern neuroscience find their origin in the speculation of ancient Greek philosophers and physicians. Continue reading “Greek philosophy and the birth of neuroscience”
Sleep states are active processes that support reorganisation of brain circuitry. This makes sleep especially important for children, whose brains are developing and reorganizing rapidly. Continue reading “Children’s mental health is affected by sleep duration”
Mothers’ and babies’ brains can work together as a ‘mega-network’ by synchronising brain waves when they interact. Continue reading “Mothers’ and babies’ brains ‘more in tune’ when mother is happy”
Dr. Sowell and her team at The Saban Research Institute of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles hypothesized that children in lower income families could be particularly vulnerable to the effects of living in high lead-risk environments. Continue reading “Risk of lead exposure linked to decreased brain volume in adolescents”
A study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings from the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases provides new evidence of an association between cardiorespiratory fitness and brain health, particularly in gray matter and total brain volume — regions of the brain involved with cognitive decline and aging. Continue reading “New study finds exercising is good for our brain’s gray matter”
Human language follows certain regularities. For instance, a plural noun must be accompanied by a plural verb, as in the following sentence: “The kids from the neighborhood are playing.” Continue reading “Typically human: Babies recognize nested structures similar to our grammar”
In a scientific first, Columbia neuroengineers have created a system that translates thought into intelligible, recognizable speech. By monitoring someone’s brain activity, the technology can reconstruct the words a person hears with unprecedented clarity. Continue reading “Engineers translate brain signals directly into speech”
When it comes to managing anxiety disorders, William Shakespeare’s Macbeth had it right when he referred to sleep as the “balm of hurt minds.” While a full night of slumber stabilizes emotions, a sleepless night can trigger up to a 30% rise in anxiety levels, according to new research from the University of California, Berkeley. Continue reading “Stressed to the max? Deep sleep can rewire the anxious brain”
