Neurons team up to process social cues
New research finds that neurons work as a team to process facial expressions, vocalizations, and social cues.
Brittle stars can learn new stuff, no brain required
Brittle stars don’t have a brain but can still learn stuff through experience, a new study shows.
Team calls for research on potential nanoplastic, Parkinson’s link
“The emergence of micro and nanoplastics in the environment might represent a new toxin challenge with respect to Parkinson’s disease risk and progression.”
Team finds new culprit behind brain hemorrhage formation
A discovery that deepens understanding of microbleeds in the brain clarifies how they occur and may lead to new therapeutic targets.
Context matters for brain parts and motor tasks
The same motor task can make different groups of brain cells light up, a study shows. Context makes the difference.
Brain ‘fingerprint’ could predict future psychiatric issues
Looking at functional network connectivity in the brains of adolescents could offer a biomarker for future psychiatric issues.
‘Pink noise’ in deep sleep may benefit heart
Stimulating the brain with gentle sounds during deep sleep significantly enhances heart function, according to a small study in men.
Vascular cells help form long-term memories
A new study reveals the crucial role of vascular system cells called pericytes in the formation of long-term memories of life events.
Permeable blood-brain barrier may cause delirium after surgery
A new study demonstrates that patients who develop postoperative delirium have increased openings in the blood-brain barrier.
Brain stimulation therapy may cut cigarette cravings
Strong, rapidly fluctuating magnetic field pulses that can affect brain activity may help reduce cigarette cravings, say researchers.