Ancient lead exposure shaped evolution of human brain

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New AI tool pinpoints genes, drug combos to restore health in diseased cells

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Study linking depression to specific altered brain cells opens door to new treatments

First transfer of behaviour between species through single gene manipulation

Disconnect between brain regions explains why some people don’t enjoy music

Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia

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From position to meaning: how AI learns to read

Brains over bots: Why toddlers still beat AI at learning language

PET imaging links brain inflammation to speech disorder and Parkinson-like syndrome

Virtual reality could help stroke survivors regain movement

Positive life outlook may protect against middle-aged memory loss, 16-year study suggests

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Ear wax could help screen for Parkinson’s disease

Cyborg tadpoles with soft, flexible neural implants

Gut microbiome composition and food insecurity linked to risk of cognitive impairment in adults

Living near harmful algal blooms reduces life expectancy with ALS

Tens of millions of nanoneedles could replace painful cancer biopsies

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