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Intelligence Linked To Overall Brain Activity, Rather Than Specific Region: Study
- Monday February 2, 2026
- Health | Press Trust of India
Researchers at University of Notre Dame reveal evidence for the Network Neuroscience Theory, showing intelligence as system-wide brain coordination for focus, flexibility, and problem-solving.
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www.ndtv.com
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Dry January: What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Drinking Alcohol
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Participating in Dry January, abstaining from alcohol for a month, can yield measurable health benefits. From better sleep and lower blood pressure to weight loss and improved liver function, research shows even short-term abstinence affects body sys
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www.ndtv.com
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Doctor Reveals Common Coffee Mistake You Should Be Avoiding For Maximum Benefits
- Monday December 15, 2025
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Coffee is linked to improved brain function, enhanced mood, and increased physical performance. Research suggests that regular coffee consumption may lower the risk of certain diseases, including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
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www.ndtv.com
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Supercomputer Builds One Of The Most Realistic Virtual Brains Ever Created
- Saturday December 6, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Scientists have built an ultra-detailed virtual mouse brain using a supercomputer, offering a powerful new tool for studying brain function and diseases like Alzheimer's.
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www.ndtv.com
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ISS Crew Studies Bone Loss and Brain Adaptation to Safeguard Astronaut Health
- Monday September 1, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Astronauts aboard the ISS concluded a week of research on bone health, brain adaptation, and eye function while servicing spacesuits and systems. The crew also captured Earth imagery and prepared for the upcoming Cygnus cargo mission launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket this September.
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www.gadgets360.com
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8 Mental Health Disorders May Stem From The Same Genetic Root, Study Reveals
- Thursday June 12, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A US study finds eight psychiatric disorders share genetic roots, offering hope for unified treatment approaches.
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www.ndtv.com
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Study Links Extra 15 Minutes Of Sleep To Improved Cognitive Function In Adolescents
- Friday April 25, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A new study involving 3,222 adolescents aged 9-14 found that an extra 15 minutes of sleep per night can improve cognitive functions such as reading, problem-solving, and focus.
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www.ndtv.com
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Study Says Eating An Egg A Day May Improve Women's Brain And Memory Function
- Tuesday November 19, 2024
- Indo-Asian News Service
While eggs contain high levels of dietary cholesterol, they also provide nutrients beneficial for cognitive function, said the team from University of California San Diego.
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food.ndtv.com
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Memories Are Not Limited to Brain, New Study Claims
- Tuesday November 12, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A study from NYU reveals that kidney and nerve cells can perform memory-like functions, suggesting memory capabilities are not restricted to the brain. By replicating a spaced learning process, scientists observed memory gene activation in these non-neural cells, expanding possibilities for enhancing learning and treating memory-related health issu...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Research Shows What Happens to Your Brain When You Watch a Movie
- Thursday November 7, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Neuroscientists have mapped brain activity in people watching movies, showing how different networks respond to scenes involving people, objects, and action. Complex scenes activated brain regions linked to executive functions like problem-solving, while simpler dialogues primarily engaged language processing areas. The study, based on data from th...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Researchers Develop Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function
- Tuesday November 5, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists at MIT have developed groundbreaking cell-wearable devices that mimic natural myelin to treat neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These micro-scale devices wrap around neurons and restore disrupted electrical signalling. They are battery-free and activated by light, allowing for non-invasive monitoring and modulation of neuro...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Here's How Creativity Helps Brain Health and Emotional Resilience
- Friday October 18, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, music, and writing, provides numerous benefits for brain health and emotional resilience. Research in neuroarts demonstrates that creativity enhances cognitive functions, improves memory retention, and reduces anxiety levels. Simple creative outlets like doodling or crafting can significantly aid i...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Depression Could Be Linked With the Brain Network Responsible for Guiding Attention, Study Claims
- Friday September 27, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Groundbreaking research has identified a larger salience network in individuals with depression, even before the onset of symptoms, which could revolutionise how depression is detected and treated. The study, which used precision functional mapping, suggests that this brain network remains stable over time and may offer a reliable biomarker for ear...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Brain Ageing in Monkeys Delays After Being Given Diabetes Medicine Metformin, Study Shows
- Tuesday September 17, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Intelligence Linked To Overall Brain Activity, Rather Than Specific Region: Study
- Monday February 2, 2026
- Health | Press Trust of India
Researchers at University of Notre Dame reveal evidence for the Network Neuroscience Theory, showing intelligence as system-wide brain coordination for focus, flexibility, and problem-solving.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Dry January: What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Drinking Alcohol
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Participating in Dry January, abstaining from alcohol for a month, can yield measurable health benefits. From better sleep and lower blood pressure to weight loss and improved liver function, research shows even short-term abstinence affects body sys
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Doctor Reveals Common Coffee Mistake You Should Be Avoiding For Maximum Benefits
- Monday December 15, 2025
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
Coffee is linked to improved brain function, enhanced mood, and increased physical performance. Research suggests that regular coffee consumption may lower the risk of certain diseases, including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Supercomputer Builds One Of The Most Realistic Virtual Brains Ever Created
- Saturday December 6, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Scientists have built an ultra-detailed virtual mouse brain using a supercomputer, offering a powerful new tool for studying brain function and diseases like Alzheimer's.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
ISS Crew Studies Bone Loss and Brain Adaptation to Safeguard Astronaut Health
- Monday September 1, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Astronauts aboard the ISS concluded a week of research on bone health, brain adaptation, and eye function while servicing spacesuits and systems. The crew also captured Earth imagery and prepared for the upcoming Cygnus cargo mission launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket this September.
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www.gadgets360.com
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8 Mental Health Disorders May Stem From The Same Genetic Root, Study Reveals
- Thursday June 12, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A US study finds eight psychiatric disorders share genetic roots, offering hope for unified treatment approaches.
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www.ndtv.com
-
Study Links Extra 15 Minutes Of Sleep To Improved Cognitive Function In Adolescents
- Friday April 25, 2025
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A new study involving 3,222 adolescents aged 9-14 found that an extra 15 minutes of sleep per night can improve cognitive functions such as reading, problem-solving, and focus.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Study Says Eating An Egg A Day May Improve Women's Brain And Memory Function
- Tuesday November 19, 2024
- Indo-Asian News Service
While eggs contain high levels of dietary cholesterol, they also provide nutrients beneficial for cognitive function, said the team from University of California San Diego.
-
food.ndtv.com
-
Memories Are Not Limited to Brain, New Study Claims
- Tuesday November 12, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A study from NYU reveals that kidney and nerve cells can perform memory-like functions, suggesting memory capabilities are not restricted to the brain. By replicating a spaced learning process, scientists observed memory gene activation in these non-neural cells, expanding possibilities for enhancing learning and treating memory-related health issu...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Research Shows What Happens to Your Brain When You Watch a Movie
- Thursday November 7, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Neuroscientists have mapped brain activity in people watching movies, showing how different networks respond to scenes involving people, objects, and action. Complex scenes activated brain regions linked to executive functions like problem-solving, while simpler dialogues primarily engaged language processing areas. The study, based on data from th...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Researchers Develop Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function
- Tuesday November 5, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists at MIT have developed groundbreaking cell-wearable devices that mimic natural myelin to treat neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These micro-scale devices wrap around neurons and restore disrupted electrical signalling. They are battery-free and activated by light, allowing for non-invasive monitoring and modulation of neuro...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Here's How Creativity Helps Brain Health and Emotional Resilience
- Friday October 18, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, music, and writing, provides numerous benefits for brain health and emotional resilience. Research in neuroarts demonstrates that creativity enhances cognitive functions, improves memory retention, and reduces anxiety levels. Simple creative outlets like doodling or crafting can significantly aid i...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Depression Could Be Linked With the Brain Network Responsible for Guiding Attention, Study Claims
- Friday September 27, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Groundbreaking research has identified a larger salience network in individuals with depression, even before the onset of symptoms, which could revolutionise how depression is detected and treated. The study, which used precision functional mapping, suggests that this brain network remains stable over time and may offer a reliable biomarker for ear...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Brain Ageing in Monkeys Delays After Being Given Diabetes Medicine Metformin, Study Shows
- Tuesday September 17, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...
-
www.gadgets360.com