For decades, scientists believed that consciousness arises in the newest areas of the brain. However, neuroscientist Pet…
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A team of researchers led by neurobiologist Iluna Li from the Henan University of Science and Technology in China has discovered that can be surprisingly effective in reducing nausea and…
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The speed at which our bodies age and wear down doesn’t necessarily align with a person’s chronological age. This discrepancy helps scientists predict life expectancy and disease risk. An international…
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A team of neurobiologists from the University of Pennsylvania has uncovered what sets cold-blooded psychopaths apart from ordinary individuals. The differences lie within the human brain. In a recent study,…
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The stimulating properties of caffeine make it an unwise choice for nighttime consumption—unless you’re cramming for an exam or writing an annual report and need to stay awake. A new…
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We learned in school that humans have five basic senses. However, modern philosophers and neurobiologists argue that we possess a whole spectrum of senses that help us understand the world…
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Health & Beauty
It’s unfortunate, but the fact is that scientists have determined the age at which the brain begins to deteriorate.
A team of researchers from Stony Brook University (USA) has identified an age threshold after which human cognitive function begins to decline. By analyzing brain scan results and tests from…
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Research into curiosity is incredibly important. This trait is an inseparable part of human existence, driving us to learn and adapt to new conditions. But where does it originate? How…
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To uncover the neurobiological nature of blushing, a team of researchers from the University of Amsterdam enlisted 40 girls for their study. They invited boys to participate as well, but…
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An international team of researchers has uncovered a link between coffee consumption and a reduced likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease. The authors of this extensive study analyzed data from 184,024…
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To reach this conclusion, a team from the University of Michigan and Rice University analyzed the brain wave patterns of rats during wakefulness and sleep. It turns out that the…
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A new study by neurobiologists at the University of Southern California (USC) has revealed that a diet high in fats and sugars can lead to irreversible memory impairments. The USC…
