Professor: tendencies towards alcoholism will not be shown by any studies - one needs to look elsewhere
A Lithuanian professor argues that neurological studies fail to capture the complexities of addiction, emphasizing the role of the nervous system.
Neurobiology: Cultivated Brain Cells Play the Ego Shooter 'Doom': A Milestone?
Australian startup Cortical Labs has cultivated a mass of 200,000 human neurons that have learned to play the video game 'Doom', raising questions about the future of artificial intelligence and brain-computer interfaces.
Jordi Olloquequi, neurobiologist: 'Against aging, we must move away from the magical'
Spanish neurobiologist Jordi Olloquequi emphasizes the importance of scientific foundations in combating aging amidst a flood of dubious anti-aging formulas.
The end of a long-known paradigm. ADHD medications work completely differently than previously thought
A new study suggests that ADHD medications may act primarily through motivation and reward mechanisms rather than just enhancing concentration.
Therapist: Alcoholics balance between pleasure and pain
The article discusses the complex dynamics of alcohol addiction, emphasizing the loss of control and negative consequences that continue to drive individuals toward drinking despite their intentions.
ARE YOU? ⟩ In this position, sleepers most often see sexual dreams
A study suggests that the position in which a person sleeps can influence the content of their dreams, particularly sexual dreams.
The second pregnancy modifies the brain in a 'unique' way, according to a new study
A study from Amsterdam University Medical Center reveals that second pregnancies lead to unique changes in mothers' brains, enhancing their attention and task management abilities.
Professor Lee Young-seok's research team at Kookmin University reveals 'neuroendocrine circuit' that allows the brain to directly sense salt and control intake
A research team led by Professor Lee Young-seok at Kookmin University has identified a neuroendocrine circuit in the brain that dynamically regulates salt intake based on the body’s salt levels.
Stimulation with Electricity: Where in the Brain Generosity Resides
Researchers found that electrically stimulating two brain areas of test subjects led to increased altruistic behavior.
Why some brains can't overcome loss
The article explores why some individuals struggle to move past grief, focusing on the neurobiological basis of prolonged grief disorder as highlighted in a recent study.
The Science of Love at the Eugenides Foundation
The Eugenides Foundation is hosting an interactive science event focused on the neurobiology and chemistry of love, scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, leading up to Valentine's Day.
How do ADHD medications really work? New study changes the paradigm
A new study challenges long-held beliefs about ADHD medications, suggesting that motivation, reward, and overall arousal play a central role in their effectiveness rather than just focusing on attention mechanisms.