Disconnect between brain regions explains why some people don’t enjoy music
University of Barcelona researchers find that genetic factors may account for 54% of music enjoyment variability.
Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia
University of Cambridge research finds 17% increased dementia risk per 10 μg/m³ PM 2.5 exposure, urging policy changes.
Making medicine out of millipedes
Virginia Tech researchers discover millipede secretions containing alkaloids that modulate neuroreceptors, offering potential neurological disease treatments.
From position to meaning: how AI learns to read
A study by Harvard University researchers describes the sharp shift in text comprehension strategies during neural network training.
Brains over bots: Why toddlers still beat AI at learning language
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute reveal toddlers’ interactive learning process surpasses AI’s passive data absorption.
PET imaging links brain inflammation to speech disorder and Parkinson-like syndrome
Mayo Clinic researchers discover neuroinflammation patterns in PAOS patients, unveiling potential for early diagnosis and treatment.
Virtual reality could help stroke survivors regain movement
Flinders University researchers find VR therapy increases rehabilitation time, slightly improving arm function and balance for stroke survivors.
Positive life outlook may protect against middle-aged memory loss, 16-year study suggests
University of Liverpool research reveals higher wellbeing linked to better memory scores, independent of depressive symptoms.
Stargazing flight: How Bogong moths use the night sky to navigate hundreds of kilometers
University of South Australia researchers discover Bogong moths’ dual compass system using stars and Earth’s magnetic field.
Ear wax could help screen for Parkinson’s disease
Researchers at Zhejiang University discover unique ear wax biomarkers, offering a cost-effective early Parkinson’s detection method.