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New Study Links Attention Shifting in the Brain to Autism’s Social Challenges

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Human interaction plays a crucial role in development, beginning at birth. However, for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), this social engagement is disrupted early in life. In fact, research shows that children with ASD exhibit reduced interest in social stimuli as early as their first year—a trait that ultimately impacts long-term cognitive and emotional […]

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Study Finds Some Voices Are Naturally More Memorable

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“Memorability” describes how likely a stimulus—such as an object, face, or sound—is to stay in memory after someone encounters it. Recent psychological studies have explored whether some stimuli naturally stand out in memory, making them easier to recall than similar ones. Researchers at the University of Chicago recently explored the memorability of voices, with their

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Sleep Boosts Memory: Study Finds Neural Reorganization During Rest

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A full night’s sleep strengthens memory by reinforcing newly learned information. This process is crucial for animals as well, as recalling the location of food sources is vital for survival. Researchers study this function of sleep in the lab by training mice and rats with different memory tasks to explore their environment. In spatial learning

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Scientists Evaluated AI for Detecting Cognitive Decline. The Findings Were Surprising

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It’s been just under two years since OpenAI introduced ChatGPT to the public, allowing anyone online to collaborate with an AI on tasks ranging from poetry and schoolwork to drafting letters for their landlord. Today, ChatGPT is just one of several advanced large language models (LLMs) capable of responding to basic queries in a way

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Scientists Trick Neurons Into Thinking They’re Inside a Living Brain

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Neurons, the brain’s essential cells, form intricate networks by exchanging signals, enabling learning and adaptation. Researchers at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the Netherlands have created a 3D-printed environment that closely resembles real brain tissue. Using nanoscale pillars, they replicate the soft, fibrous structure that supports neurons. This innovation provides a more accurate

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Expert Identifies Irregular Brain Wave Patterns as Potential Indicator of ADHD

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Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are not lazy, undisciplined, or lacking manners. Instead, their brains develop and function differently, marked by unique neurological activity patterns and neurochemical imbalances. These differences classify ADHD as a neurodevelopmental disorder rather than a behavioral issue. The Neurological Basis of ADHD The neurological variations in ADHD manifest as

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Adults Generate New Brain Cells, Which Play a Role in Enhancing Learning Through Listening

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Your brain can still produce new neurons in adulthood, but how do these rare additions support cognitive function? Neurons, the cells responsible for brain function, are mostly formed before birth. While early life sees the bulk of brain development, certain regions continue generating neurons into adulthood, albeit at a slower pace. Scientists debate whether adult

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Brain Stars Function as Tiny Storage Units for Our Memories

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Recent research into how “brain stars” (astrocytes) store memories has reshaped our understanding of memory retention in the brain. Previous Beliefs About Memory and Neurons Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine have been examining the role of astrocytes, star-shaped cells in the brain that function as tiny storage units for memories. These cells work in

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Scientists Suggest that Adhering to this Diet may Help Slow Cognitive Decline

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A study published in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests that individuals whose diets closely follow the MIND diet may have a lower risk of cognitive decline. This association was observed in both Black and white participants. However, the findings show a correlation rather than proving that the MIND diet directly

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Alarming Microplastics Found in Human Brains

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Microplastics are omnipresent, wreaking havoc on the environment and infiltrating our bodies, including the brain. A new preprint study, not yet peer-reviewed, raises concerns about the extent of microplastics in the human brain and potential health risks. The study analyzed 51 brain tissue samples from individuals who died in 2016 or 2024. These samples were

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