Could a Common Virus Help Drive Parkinson’s?
Summary: New research suggests a previously harmless virus may be linked to Parkinson’s disease. Scientists detected Human Pegivirus…
“Junk DNA” Plays Key Role in Brain Development and Disease
Summary: A new study shows that repetitive DNA, once dismissed as “junk,” plays a critical role in shaping…
Genetics Reveal How Human Contact Shapes Language Evolution
Summary: A new study shows that genetic evidence of historical contact between populations reveals consistent patterns of language…
Gut Immune Cells Found Migrating to Alzheimer’s Brain
Summary: Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between gut immune cells and the brain in Alzheimer’s disease. In…
Brain Cells Behind Depression Identified
Summary: Researchers analyzing post-mortem brain tissue found two cell types altered in people with depression: excitatory neurons that…
Cannabis Linked to Reduced Insomnia and Anxiety
Summary: A new study suggests cannabis-based medical products may help people with insomnia sleep better over the long…
Breathwork and Music Trigger Psychedelic-Like Bliss in the Brain
Summary: New research shows that practicing breathwork while listening to music can induce profound altered states of consciousness…
Big Five No More? New Study Uncovers Hidden Personality Traits
Summary: For 40 years, the Big Five personality model has dominated psychology, but new research suggests it may…
Eye Exams Could Spot Alzheimer’s Decades Before Symptoms Appear
Summary: Eye exams could help detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms arise. By studying mice with a common…
Having a Purpose in Life Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
Summary: A new study of over 13,000 adults found that having a strong sense of purpose in life…
Music After Learning Boosts Memory, But Only at the Right Emotion Level
Summary: A new study reveals that listening to music immediately after an experience can enhance memory—if the emotional…
Neuralink’s first study participant says his whole life has changed
It was February 2024 when Noland Arbaugh, the first person to get Elon Musk’s experimental brain chip, rolled…