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Brainsourcing automatically identifies human preferences

Researchers have developed a technique, using artificial intelligence, to analyze opinions and draw conclusions using the brain activity of groups of people. This technique, which the researchers call ”brainsourcing”, can be used to classify images o…

A fair reward ensures a good memory

By deciphering the neural dialogue between the brain’s reward and memory networks, a new study demonstrates that the lasting positive effect of a reward on the ability of individuals to retain a variety of information.

Simple blood test could one day diagnose motor neuron disease

Scientists have identified a potential pattern within blood which signals the presence of motor neuron disease; a discovery which could significantly improve diagnosis.

How does our brain trigger different sighs? New findings could provide answers

One group of neurons controls various types of sighing, but they receive their instructions from different areas of the brain depending on the reason for the sigh, according to a new study.

Brain research sheds light on the molecular mechanisms of depression

A new study reveals how symptoms indicating depression and anxiety are linked to brain function changes already in healthy individuals.

Working in the sun: Heating of the head may markedly affect safety and performance

Prolonged exposure of the head to strong sunlight significantly impairs cognitively dominated functions and coordination of complex motor tasks shows a new study. This may have important implications for work safety and productivity.

Scientists propose explanation for baffling form of childhood OCD

Scientists may have found a cause for the sudden onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in some children, they report. Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders, or PANDAS, were first proposed in the 1990s. Thought to be triggered by strept…

Loneliness alters your brain’s social network

Social media sites aren’t the only things that keep track of your social network — your brain does, too. But loneliness alters how the brain represents relationships.

Brothers in arms: The brain and its blood vessels

The brain and its surrounding blood vessels exist in a close relationship. Researchers have discovered how cells of the blood vessels sense the metabolic condition of the brain and alter vascular function in response. The result could be important for …

Research delves into causes of nightmares that shadow female survivors of sexual trauma

A new study attempts to shed light on triggers of post-trauma nightmare occurrences — a topic that has received scant study.