USC

Summary: Exposure to ammonium nitrate, a component of fine particulate pollution from agricultural emissions, is associated with reduced learning and …

Summary: A large-scale study identified 254 genetic variants that shape the volume of key brain regions responsible for memory, motor …

Summary: Researchers tested artificial intelligence’s ability to solve abstract visual puzzles similar to human IQ tests, revealing gaps in AI’s …

Summary: igher blood levels of four specific types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” are …

Summary: Researchers have uncovered how the spinal cord helps modulate reflexes to allow for smooth, voluntary movements. Using simulations, the …

Summary: Teens who engage in “transcendent thinking” can counteract the negative effects of violence exposure on brain development. This type …

Summary: Brain volume decreases in first-time fathers are linked to increased parenting involvement, and also more sleep problems, and mental …

Summary: Researchers developed a transparent skull implant allowing high-resolution brain imaging with functional ultrasound (fUSI). This innovative method enables precise …

Summary: Nostalgic music activates brain areas linked to memory, reward, and self-processing. This discovery could help improve the quality of …

Sumamry: A high-fat, sugary diet during adolescence may cause long-lasting memory impairments. The study found that rats raised on a …