Brief Meditation Improves Cognitive Function, Focus and Memory
Summary: A new research study finds that a brief, 10-minute guided meditation can improve attention and speed on simple cognitive tasks in…
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Context Determines How Taboo Words Offend Listeners
Summary: A study published in Acta Psychologica finds that context and individual sensitivity to offense shape how taboo words affect attention and…
AI Video-Trained Robots Bring Autonomous Surgery Closer
Summary: For the first time, researchers have trained a surgical robot to carry out procedures by watching hours of footage of expert…
Serotonin 2C Receptor Linked to Obesity and Maladaptive Behavior
Summary: Rare mutations in the gene for the serotonin 2C receptor are implicated in severe obesity and associated maladaptive behaviors in both…
Scientists Discover New Neuron Type in Mouse Retina
Summary: Researchers have identified a previously unrecognized neuron in the mouse retina that does not fit traditional categories of retinal interneurons. Source:…
Blocking One Protein Reverses Memory Loss in Aged Mice
Summary: Blocking VCAM1 increased neurogenesis and reduced microglial reactivity in the hippocampus of older mice. Source: Stanford Overview: Researchers at Stanford University…
How Night Shift Work Raises Cancer Risk, According to Research
Summary: New research links disruption of the circadian clock to increased tumor growth. Source: MIT. Study reveals connection between circadian clock disruption…
Social Media Data Predicts Diverse Personality Traits
Summary: Personality traits—such as empathy and extraversion—can be inferred from specific social network features, while a broader set of traits, lifestyle indicators,…
New MRI Study Reveals How the Brain Safeguards Memories
Summary: A new ultra-high field MRI study identifies distinct roles for the hippocampus and the neocortex in protecting memories from interference. Source:…
Bipolar Disorder Raises Risk of Postpartum Psychosis
Summary: New review finds that pregnant women with bipolar disorder face a substantially increased risk of developing postpartum psychosis. Source: Northwestern University…
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