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High-Resolution Probe Could Reveal Secrets of Brain Function and Disease
Researchers have successfully used a modified version of a probe to measure brain activity in humans.
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Could Older Brains Be Impaired by a Cluttered Memory?
A new Baycrest study reports that older adults store too much information in their brains, leading them to have “cluttered” memories. As a result of these cluttered memories, they have more trouble remembering specific and detailed information compared to younger adults.
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"Math Neurons" Identified in the Brain
The brain has neurons that fire specifically during certain mathematical operations, with some active exclusively during additions, while others are active during subtractions.
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency's Link With Depression Explored
Scientists have published new research which examines the relationship between folate and vitamin B12 status and its associations with greater prevalence of depressive symptoms in a group of community-dwelling older adults.
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Researchers Assess the Link Between Food and Chronic Pain
It has long been known that there is an association between food and pain, as people with chronic pain often struggle with their weight. Researchers may have found an explanation in a new study that suggests that circuitry in the brain responsible for motivation and pleasure is impacted when someone experiences pain.
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Green Light Therapy Could Cut Migraine Intensity and Frequency
A study has found that green light therapy reduced the frequency and intensity of headaches in people who suffer from migraine headaches.
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Clot-Busting Drug Evaluated in Patients With Ischemic Strokes
Preliminary research has suggested a newer drug could expand the window for ischemic stroke treatment by up to 24 hours.
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Natural Mineral Shown To Boost Memory in Mice
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in ageing brains, according to University of Queensland research.
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The Strange-Looking Helmet That Can Improve Brain Scans
A newly designed wearable magnetic metamaterial could help make MRI scans crisper, faster and cheaper.
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What's the Best Model for Mental Health?
A new review of the theoretical models used around the world to assess, diagnose, research, and treat mental health problems has highlighted the vast array of approaches which exist.
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