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Brain’s Dual-Chemical Switch for Attention Revealed
Summary: Researchers have unveiled the brain’s chemical mechanism behind our attention span. Historically, the neurotransmitter acetylcholine was considered the sole regulator of attention. Yet, this study shows that gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) collaborates with acetylcholine, toggling like a ‘switch’ in the brain’s claustrum region to…
New brain biomarker predicts recovery from treatment-resistant depression
Using a novel deep brain stimulation (DBS) device capable of recording brain signals, researchers have identified a pattern of brain activity or “biomarker” related to clinical signs of recovery from treatment-resistant depression. The findings from this small study are an important step towards using…
Brain inspires more robust AI
image: To our eyes the input images x1 and x2 look the same, but hidden features nudge a typical neural network to classify this bird image as a monkey by mistake. It’s said the images are distant at the input space, but close in…
Aromatherapy May Lead to a 226% Boost in Cognition
Certain aromas can help build better brains—and memories—during sleep. Smell is directly linked to memory. Scents may offer a safe and possibly beneficial option to boost brain health. Source: Palo Cech/ Pexels You know those small vials of fragrant oils sometimes placed on a…
Fundamental Biology Overturned: New Discovery Challenges Long-Held Views on “The Second Brain”
The enteric nervous system (ENS), often called the second brain, plays a crucial role in digestion, immunity, and communication with the brain. Researchers have discovered that ENS development continues after birth and includes neurons derived from mesoderm, challenging long-held scientific beliefs and opening avenues…
Zebrafish study unravels how the brain orchestrates motion
The zebrafish brain, though simpler than its human counterpart, is a complex network of neurons that engage in a ceaseless dance of electrical activity. What if this neural ballet could reveal the secrets of how brains, including our own, control movement? A zebrafish study…
Trying to Train Your Brain Faster? Knowing This Might Help With That
Credit: Andriy Onufriyenko / Getty Images Are you working really hard to learn something? Remember this counterintuitive fact, and you might improve your learning curve. Full Transcript SUBSCRIBE: Apple | Spotify Hi Science, Quickly listeners. This is Jeff DelViscio, executive producer of the show….
Living model of brain reveals how human neurons work together to process information
“Dishbrain’ under the microscope. A microscopy image of neural cells where fluorescent markers show different types of cells. Green marks neurons and axons, purple marks neurons, red marks dendrites, and blue marks all cells. Where multiple markers are present, colors are merged and typically…
New Drug Can Help Treat Aggressive, Deep-Rooted Brain Tumors
Scientists have discovered great potential in an up-and-coming drug that targets an aggressive form of brain cancer . Called diffuse midline gliomas (DMGs), these deep-rooted brain tumors often develop in childhood, and there are currently no effective treatments available to tackle them. Part of…
Youthful Brain Review: Does Youthful Brain Really Work?
Youthful Brain by Vitality Now is an all-natural nootropic supplement which can enhance cognitive functions like memory, learning, information processing, and more! Youthful Brain Review About Youthful Brain Developed by the well-known health and wellness company Vitality Now, Youthful Brain is an organic supplement…
Brain implants can help people with paralysis ‘speak’ through screens faster, more accurately than before, new studies show
Noah Berger/UCSF A participant in a study of speech neuroprostheses uses a digital link wired to her cortex to interface with an avatar. By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Dr. Jaimie Henderson had a single wish throughout childhood: for his father to be able…
Researchers to probe brain mechanisms behind free will
EEG equipment being used to monitor brain activity. Credit: George R. Mangun Picture this scenario: You and a friend are walking around your neighborhood when you stop at a crosswalk. As you wait, the noises of the world and your internal thoughts all vie…
Researchers identify mathematical rule behind the distribution of neurons in our brains
Neuron densities in cortical areas in the mammalian brain follow a consistent distribution pattern. Credit: Morales-Gregorio Human Brain Project (HBP) researchers from Forschungszentrum Jülich and the University of Cologne (Germany) have uncovered how neuron densities are distributed across and within cortical areas in the…
Relationship between Brain Activity and Behavior Mapped at Level of Each C. elegans Neuron
C. elegans. [Arturo Agostino] To understand the full relationship between brain activity and behavior, scientists need a way to map this relationship for all of the neurons across a whole brain, something that has so far remained an unsolved challenge. Researchers at the Picower…
Drinking coffee can help reduce your risk of depression, according to studies
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‘Hyper-synchronized’ brain waves may explain why different psychedelics have similar effects, rat study reveals
Psychedelics can vary by the type of receptor they target in the brain, but how does this translate to the shared hallucinogenic experiences users have? (Image credit: Pär Halje) The psychedelics LSD and ketamine work differently but induce some of the same trippy effects….
Your Pupils Can Reveal a Hidden Signal About Your Brain Function
The way your pupils react to light exercise could reveal whether you’re getting one of the key benefits of movement – the cognitive boost linked to improved mood and enhanced executive function. Researchers in Japan monitored pupil size in 24 participants during 10 minutes…
Memory Expert Reveals Why Reading Books Can Improve Your Brain Health
Whether you’re into biographies or bodice-ripping romances, there’s nothing like a good book. Since the first novel was published in Japan 1,000 years ago, we’ve been transported by the power of words, but reading doesn’t just boost your imagination—it can also strengthen your brain….
A new mechanism encouraging the brain to self-repair after an ischemic stroke
The neurons around an injured brain region will play major roles in promoting functional recovery through nervous system development, synapse organization, and remyelination; however, the molecular mechanisms triggering such a broad range of neural repair after brain injury remained unknown. Our study demonstrated that…
Brain waves driven more by remembering an event than the event itself
A study has found that remembering an event drives brainwave production more than engaging in the event does A new study has found that contrary to popular scientific belief, remembering an event drives the production of memory-related brain waves more than actually engaging in…