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Scientists Discover The Brain Starts Life 'Too Full' And Then Trims Itself Down
A new study from Austrian researchers suggests the brain begins life with an overly dense and disorganised network of connections, which is then gradually pruned and refined as the animal matures, challenging the long-held idea that the brain is a blank slate at birth.
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Study Finds Three Different Patterns Of Cognitive Decline In Alzheimer's Disease
A study has revealed three types of cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease -- stable or no change, slow decline, and fast decline.
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Brain's Memory Centre Becomes More Efficient With Age, Finds Study
A new study reveals how the brain's memory centre becomes more efficient with age, shedding excess connections to sharpen learning and recall.
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Feeling Dizzy Or Confused? It Could Be Your Brain Lacking Glucose
Low blood sugar often begins with general symptoms that many people overlook. These include weakness, excessive sweating, sudden hunger, and a rapid heartbeat that may feel like palpitations.
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Alzheimer's Amyloid-Targeting Drugs Show No Clear Clinical Benefit: Review
Drugs designed to treat Alzheimer's disease by targeting amyloid proteins was seen in high amounts in patients' brains, but it has no clinically meaningful positive effects, according to a new review of previously published studies has found.
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Neuroscience Explains Why Teens Are Vulnerable To Social Media
Neuroscience reveals teen brain development makes them vulnerable to social media addiction and anxiety.
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New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
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Your Neurons Might Be 'Napping' While You're Awake, Says New ADHD Brain Study
A new study published in J Neuroscience suggests that adults with ADHD tend to experience sleep-like brain activity even while they are fully awake. Here are why these findings matter and what you need to know about ADHD treatment and diagnosis.
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Your Neurons Might Be 'Napping' While You're Awake, Says New ADHD Brain Study
A new study published in J Neuroscience suggests that adults with ADHD tend to experience sleep-like brain activity even while they are fully awake. Here are why these findings matter and what you need to know about ADHD treatment and diagnosis.
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Blood Biomarker May Help Predict Women's Dementia Risk 25 Years Before Symptoms: Study
A new study shows blood biomarker ptau217 can predict women's dementia risk up to 25 years before symptoms, offering hope for early prevention and monitoring.
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Birding Can Boost Brain Health And Slow Ageing, New Study Reveals
A new study suggests that expert birders may experience slower age-related changes in the brain
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Columbia Student Detained By US Immigration Agents Released After Mamdani Meets Trump
Ellie Aghayeva, a senior from Azerbaijan studying neuroscience and politics, hasn't been publicly linked to any of the pro-Palestinian demonstrations that roiled Columbia's campus.
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Intelligence Linked To Overall Brain Activity, Rather Than Specific Region: Study
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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Immune Cells In Gut Help Spread Parkinsons Disease To Brain: Study
A groundbreaking Nature study from University College London reveals how gut immune cells (macrophages) help toxic proteins spread Parkinsons disease from the gut to the brain.
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Nike Claims Its New Shoes Can Alter Your Mind, Here's What Neuroscience Actually Says
According to the brand, targeted stimulation of the soles of the feet can activate neural pathways, sharpen sensory awareness, and help improve focus and concentration.
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Scientists Discover The Brain Starts Life 'Too Full' And Then Trims Itself Down
A new study from Austrian researchers suggests the brain begins life with an overly dense and disorganised network of connections, which is then gradually pruned and refined as the animal matures, challenging the long-held idea that the brain is a blank slate at birth.
-
Study Finds Three Different Patterns Of Cognitive Decline In Alzheimer's Disease
A study has revealed three types of cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease -- stable or no change, slow decline, and fast decline.
-
Brain's Memory Centre Becomes More Efficient With Age, Finds Study
A new study reveals how the brain's memory centre becomes more efficient with age, shedding excess connections to sharpen learning and recall.
-
Feeling Dizzy Or Confused? It Could Be Your Brain Lacking Glucose
Low blood sugar often begins with general symptoms that many people overlook. These include weakness, excessive sweating, sudden hunger, and a rapid heartbeat that may feel like palpitations.
-
Alzheimer's Amyloid-Targeting Drugs Show No Clear Clinical Benefit: Review
Drugs designed to treat Alzheimer's disease by targeting amyloid proteins was seen in high amounts in patients' brains, but it has no clinically meaningful positive effects, according to a new review of previously published studies has found.
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Neuroscience Explains Why Teens Are Vulnerable To Social Media
Neuroscience reveals teen brain development makes them vulnerable to social media addiction and anxiety.
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New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
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Your Neurons Might Be 'Napping' While You're Awake, Says New ADHD Brain Study
A new study published in J Neuroscience suggests that adults with ADHD tend to experience sleep-like brain activity even while they are fully awake. Here are why these findings matter and what you need to know about ADHD treatment and diagnosis.
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Your Neurons Might Be 'Napping' While You're Awake, Says New ADHD Brain Study
A new study published in J Neuroscience suggests that adults with ADHD tend to experience sleep-like brain activity even while they are fully awake. Here are why these findings matter and what you need to know about ADHD treatment and diagnosis.
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Blood Biomarker May Help Predict Women's Dementia Risk 25 Years Before Symptoms: Study
A new study shows blood biomarker ptau217 can predict women's dementia risk up to 25 years before symptoms, offering hope for early prevention and monitoring.
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Birding Can Boost Brain Health And Slow Ageing, New Study Reveals
A new study suggests that expert birders may experience slower age-related changes in the brain
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Columbia Student Detained By US Immigration Agents Released After Mamdani Meets Trump
Ellie Aghayeva, a senior from Azerbaijan studying neuroscience and politics, hasn't been publicly linked to any of the pro-Palestinian demonstrations that roiled Columbia's campus.
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Intelligence Linked To Overall Brain Activity, Rather Than Specific Region: Study
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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Immune Cells In Gut Help Spread Parkinsons Disease To Brain: Study
A groundbreaking Nature study from University College London reveals how gut immune cells (macrophages) help toxic proteins spread Parkinsons disease from the gut to the brain.
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Nike Claims Its New Shoes Can Alter Your Mind, Here's What Neuroscience Actually Says
According to the brand, targeted stimulation of the soles of the feet can activate neural pathways, sharpen sensory awareness, and help improve focus and concentration.
