https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-topics/open-neuroscience-articles/ Neuroscience News provides research news for neuroscience, neurology, psychology, AI, brain science, mental health, robotics and cognitive sciences. Sat, 27 Jan 2024 23:38:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://neurosciencenews.com/files/2020/08/cropped-Neuroscience-News-Site-Icon-512-comp-32x32.jpg https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-topics/open-neuroscience-articles/ 32 32 https://neurosciencenews.com/handwriting-learning-brain-connectivity-25522/ https://neurosciencenews.com/handwriting-learning-brain-connectivity-25522/#comments Fri, 26 Jan 2024 14:01:53 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99682 Handwriting, compared to typing, results in more complex brain connectivity patterns, enhancing learning and memory. This study used EEG data from 36 students to compare brain activity while writing by hand and typing. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/handwriting-learning-brain-connectivity-25522/feed/ 6 https://neurosciencenews.com/light-therapy-alzheimers-mood-sleep-25328/ https://neurosciencenews.com/light-therapy-alzheimers-mood-sleep-25328/#comments Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:10:17 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98843 A new study highlights the efficacy of light therapy in enhancing sleep and reducing psycho-behavioral symptoms in Alzheimer’s patients. This non-pharmacological treatment, targeting the brain's sleep modulator, shows significant promise in mitigating apathetic and depressive behaviors, agitation, and aggression commonly associated with Alzheimer’s cognitive decline. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/light-therapy-alzheimers-mood-sleep-25328/feed/ 4 https://neurosciencenews.com/asch-social-conformity-modern-25290/ https://neurosciencenews.com/asch-social-conformity-modern-25290/#comments Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:50:57 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98687 A recent study replicates and extends Solomon Asch's famous conformity experiments, revealing intriguing insights about human behavior. The research demonstrates that monetary incentives reduce conformity errors in line-judging tasks, though social influence remains a factor. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/asch-social-conformity-modern-25290/feed/ 1 https://neurosciencenews.com/heartbeat-brain-activity-25282/ https://neurosciencenews.com/heartbeat-brain-activity-25282/#respond Wed, 29 Nov 2023 22:16:17 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98640 New research uncovered that the phases of a heartbeat significantly influence brain and motor system excitability. The study utilized transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) on 37 healthy volunteers to observe changes in cortical and corticospinal excitability across the cardiac cycle. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/heartbeat-brain-activity-25282/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/persistant-aggression-neuroscience-25277/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:13:46 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98617 Researchers have discovered new insights into persistent aggression in female fruit flies, challenging existing theories. A new study shows that certain neural cells sustain aggressive behavior for up to 10 minutes, suggesting factors beyond recurrent neural connections are at play. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/brain-sexual-motivation-neuroscience-25256/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:28:21 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98525 A new study delves into the intricate nature of sexual motivation, emphasizing its complexity as both an abstract concept and a tangible physiological phenomenon. It underscores the significant role of gonadal hormones in modulating sexual behavior, particularly highlighting specific brain structures in rats. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/caffeine-neuoplasticity-ltp-25255/ https://neurosciencenews.com/caffeine-neuoplasticity-ltp-25255/#comments Sat, 25 Nov 2023 22:12:13 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98517 Researchers explore how chronic caffeine consumption potentially impacts brain plasticity and the effectiveness of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS). The research indicates that regular caffeine users might experience diminished long-term potentiation (LTP), a crucial process for learning and memory.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/caffeine-neuoplasticity-ltp-25255/feed/ 46 https://neurosciencenews.com/oral-contraceptives-brain-fear-25167/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 20:33:41 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98115 Researchers discovered that oral contraceptives may thin the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) in women, potentially influencing emotion regulation, especially fear responses. The study examined both current and former users of combined oral contraceptives (COCs), finding that the cortical thinning appears to be reversible after discontinuing use. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/machine-learning-peace-language-25137/ https://neurosciencenews.com/machine-learning-peace-language-25137/#comments Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:12:25 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97998 Researchers devised a machine learning model that gauges a country's peace level by analyzing word frequency in its news media. By studying over 723,000 articles from 18 countries, the team identified distinct linguistic patterns corresponding to varying peace levels. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/machine-learning-peace-language-25137/feed/ 1 https://neurosciencenews.com/music-pain-reduction-25101/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 17:23:47 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97821 Researchers discovered that music, specifically individuals' favorite tracks, can reduce pain perception. In the study, participants felt less pain intensity and unpleasantness when listening to their favorite music compared to unfamiliar relaxing tunes or silence. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/d-factor-adhd-24994/ Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:40:16 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97796 Researchers have statistically identified a novel measure, the "d factor", which could indicate a person's general propensity towards distraction and its potential connection to ADHD. By analyzing over 1,000 participants’ responses on distraction tendencies, three core factors emerged: external distraction, unwanted intrusive thoughts, and mind-wandering. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/anxiety-tobacco-cannabis-depression-23916/ https://neurosciencenews.com/anxiety-tobacco-cannabis-depression-23916/#comments Wed, 13 Sep 2023 19:53:41 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=96975 A new study indicates a link between the co-use of tobacco and cannabis and heightened rates of anxiety and depression. Analyzing data from the COVID-19 Citizens Health Study, researchers delved into the substance use habits of 53,843 US adults between 2020 and 2022. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/anxiety-tobacco-cannabis-depression-23916/feed/ 1