Author: Julie
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New Western neuroscience study shows how we learn from watching others
A new study from Western University shows that the parts of our brain that provide us with our sense of touch are activated when we watch someone else learn a […]
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Canadian Researchers Help To Understand How The Brain Copes With Stress
It’s one of the guarantees of life: stress. At its core, it’s a perception of a physical or psychological threat and is designed to help us survive. But the triggers […]
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Canadian Researchers Reveal The Mental Trap of PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a scourge for anyone who suffers from it. The symptoms are heartbreaking – nightmares, flashbacks, poor sleep quality, irritability, and a lack of concentration. Some […]
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Researchers Are Learning How The Brain Tells Us To Stop Moving
In the playground, a popular game for kids of all ages is “Freeze.” The concept is rather simple. A leader tells the participants they are free to move around until […]
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Quebec Researchers Are Learning How To Rebuild The Nervous System
Imagine repairing injured spinal cords or brains. Many may relegate this idea to the realms of science fiction yet researchers around the world continue to strive for this goal. They […]
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University of Ottawa Researchers Have Found A New “Fate” For Aging Stem Cells
Death is a normal part of the life cycle for cells. They form, grow, perform their expected duties and then, after a while, face a predictable fate. When the time […]
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McGill Researchers May Have Discovered the Neurological Basis For An Eye-Catching Mystery
People usually find it easier to see things when they are big and bright, but there are occasionally exceptions. One example concerns moving objects: when they are small, we can […]
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Brain cells that aid appetite control identified
Discovery opens door to development of new drugs to control weight gain and obesity It’s rare for scientists to get what they describe as “clean” results without spending a lot […]
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Chemical in marijuana shows promise in treating schizophrenia
According to new research at Western University, marijuana is the ultimate contradiction; at least when it comes to schizophrenia. This first-of-its-kind study, published in the Journal of Neuroscience, demonstrates that […]
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A Novel Treatment May Help Reduce the Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
Of all the neurodegenerative diseases, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) stands as the most common worldwide. While the onset is complex in nature, a hallmark sign of illness is the accumulation of […]