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nypost.comscience43 days ago
Brain’s Hippocampus Continues Processing Speech and Grammar Under General Anaesthesia, Study Finds
A study finds that the hippocampus remains remarkably active during general anaesthesia, parsing grammar and meaning of spoken words while anticipating what will be said next. People given general anaesthesia fall into a coma-like state in which memory and perception of pain are…
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automotiveworld.comscience46 days ago
Anaesthetised Human Hippocampus Shows Linguistic Prediction and Plasticity, Nature Study Finds
Research published in Nature on 06 May 2026 shows that anaesthetized brains can learn and anticipate spoken words. The Nature Podcast episode dated 06 May 2026 examines the findings at the 00:42 timestamp. A related article on hippocampal plasticity in language processing appeare…
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Wiredtechnology54 days ago
UK Agency ARIA Funds £69 Million Brain Modulation Program Targeting Epilepsy and Alzheimer's
The UK's Advanced Research and Innovation Agency has launched a £69 million initiative to develop precise neurotechnologies for brain disorders. Program director Jacques Carolan and CEO Kathleen Fisher discussed the efforts at WIRED Health in London on April 16. The agency, model…
news.google.comscience64 days ago
2025 Study Reveals Distinct Rules in Dendritic Segments of Neurons
A study published in Science in 2025 found that different segments of dendrites in a single neuron operate under distinct rules. The findings indicate that neurons do not adhere to a uniform learning strategy. This provides insights into brain mechanisms for learning and behavior…
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Researchers Examine Role of Play and Interaction in Children's Screen Time Management
Researchers have studied how increased speech and interaction with children can support brain development amid rising screen use. Parents are employing play-based strategies to limit children's exposure to digital devices. The findings highlight potential benefits for cognitive g…
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Studies Indicate Short Social Media Breaks May Reverse Cognitive Decline Measures
Research suggests that brief breaks from social media can help reverse indicators of cognitive decline linked to prolonged use. The findings come from studies examining the effects of digital detoxes. Such breaks, even short ones, show potential to mitigate some impacts on brain…
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Lab-Grown Brain Organoids Advance Study of Human Brain Development and Alzheimer's Disease
Lab-grown brain organoids are enhancing research into human brain development and diseases. A recent study indicates that boosting the brain's waste-disposal system reduces deficits and symptoms in Alzheimer's models. These approaches provide new insights into neurological condit…
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pandaily.comscience75 days ago
Nature Publishes Three New Research Papers on Neuroscience and Catalysis
Nature journal released three research papers detailing advancements in neuroscience and chemical catalysis. The studies cover intracortical brain activity dissociation, cobalt oxide catalysts for olefin production, and neural circuits underlying chronic pain. These findings cont…
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