neuroscience

Overconfidence Leads To Poor Decisions: Study

There could be some truth to the saying that pride comes before a fall, as neuroscientists reveal how overconfidence can lead to poor decision-making.

‘Pain Paradox’ Substance Both Triggers & Suppresses Pain

Substance P, which is produced in our nervous system, activates pain in some parts of our body but suppresses pain in others, a study shows.

This Photocatalyst Targets Plaques Found In Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers have developed a photocatalyst that targets amyloid structures commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Even A Brief Period Of Stress Could Affect Memory: Study

Aside from memory loss, the hippocampus or 'memory center' in the brains of rats shrank after just three days of chronic stress.

Scientists Grow Tissues Resembling Human Mid-Brains

Grown from stem cells in the laboratory, these mid-brain structures could one day be used to test drugs for aging-related brain disorders.

In Chinese Elderly, Vitamin D Levels May Predict Brain Decline Risk

Researchers have found a link between low vitamin D levels and an increased subsequent risk of cognitive decline and impairment in Chinese elderly.

Twelve Researchers Recognized At Philippines Promising Star Awards 2016

Twelve Philippines-based researchers were recognized for their world-class contributions spanning nine research fields.

How Variable Your Brain Is Could Indicate Your Intelligence

The more variable a brain is, the higher a person’s IQ and creativity are, a study has found.

Researchers Discover A New Pathway For That Annoying Itch

Scratching below the surface of itch signaling, researchers have discovered a new type of calcium ion channel that transmits multiple types of itch.