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Test your vision: Find the four-pointed star in this starry night!

The night sky is often a serene spectacle, filled with glittering stars, glowing moons, and sometimes even the breathtaking sight of an aurora. But what if we told you that there’s something unusual hidden in this familiar scene? Here is a fun and challenging optical illusion that’s sure to put…

The Times of India

Mitochondria keep your brain cells alive − helping them run smoothly may protect against Parkinson’s disease

In 1817, a British physician named James Parkinson published An Essay on the Shaking Palsy, describing for the first time cases of a neurodegenerative disorder now known as Parkinson’s disease. Today, Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the U.S. It affects about 1 million Americans and…

The Conversation

Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes Linked To Brain Aging, Healthy Lifestyle Counteracts The Effect: Study

The study showed that prediabetes was associated with a 0.5 increase in brain age and diabetes with a 2.3-year increase. However, by staying physically active, avoiding smoking, and moderating alcohol intake, you can significantly mitigate the impact.

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Can a 10-year-old be responsible for a crime? Here’s what brain science tells us

The age a child can be arrested, charged and jailed in Australia is back in the spotlight.

The Conversation

How can you support your Year 12 student during their final exams?

Year 12 students are less than two months away from sitting their final exams. We know this can be a stressful time for students.

The Conversation

'Doctors told me I'd never walk again': VR rehab switches brain on

'Flying, driving a race car and fighting Sylvester Stallone.'

Newcastle Herald

RFK Jr is now political roadkill – what does it mean for Harris and Trump?

The non-dog-eating, brain worm-surviving independent candidate dropped out of the race, sort of, but he was less of a joke to strategists

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Michael Mosley’s final series: how we showed what happens to your body when you’re stressed

Your heart starts racing, your mouth goes dry and sweat beads on your forehead. We’ve all been there, caught in a moment of stress. When you encounter a situation that threatens your safety, your brain must make a critical decision – how to react to the danger at hand.

The Conversation

You can now rent a 'minibrain' for $500 a month and the potential implications are horrifying

Once the remit of sci-fi and thought experiments, this is now actual reality.

PC Gamer

How might a digital detox impact our brains?

Taking time away from our phones can help reset our minds.

The Independent UK

The best exercises to boost your brain health after 60

Have you ever thought about why we have a brain? The obvious answer might be “to think”. But scientist Daniel Wolpert came up with a completely different explanation at the 2011 meeting of the Society for Neuroscience:

The Conversation

“Bluegrass is friendly competition – who can play thefastest, who can play the hottest licks”: Molly Tuttle on training her brain to catch her fingers and the pursuit of speed, feel and acoustic guitar virtuosity

One of bluegrass's most gifted guitarists, Tuttle checks in to discuss the evolution of her style, and why it pays to subvert received wisdom and practice flat-out as fast as you can go

Guitar World

Microplastics are in our brains. How worried should I be?

Plastic is in our clothes, cars, mobile phones, water bottles and food containers. But recent research adds to growing concerns about the impact of tiny plastic fragments on our health.

The Conversation

Top mosquito-borne illnesses that are spreading in the US

In recent years, mosquito-borne illnesses have been on rise in the US and some of these diseases can have severe complications ranging from coma, seizures to brain damage. Recently, a rare case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) was found in Massachusetts. The infection poses a serious death risk and is…

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Human brain organoid bioprocessors now available to rent for $500 per month

FinalSpark, the firm behind Neuroplatform, has begun to offer paid 24-7 remote access to its bioprocessors. Academic customers can now access this biocomputing platform, featuring four shared organoids, for $500 per user per month.

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Study finds new gene in progression of Huntington's disease

Berlin : A novel gene has been linked by researchers in Berlin and Dusseldorf to the development of Huntington's disease in a brain organoid model. Earlier than previously believed, the gene may play a role in brain disorders. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Microplastics Can Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier, A New Study Suggests — Here’s Why That Matters

A pre-print study found brain samples from cadavers contained more microplastics than samples from the liver and kidneys.

Evening Standard

Family of passenger brain-damaged in horror 92mph north London crash say reckless driver 'devastated his life’

Dexter Charles, 54, was the passenger in a BMW which hit and killed pedestrian Ahmed Moneer in a 92mph crash on the North Circular

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Should you drink fluoridated water?

Fluoridation in tap water is "outdated" some experts say, but still has dental benefits. So how risky is it?

The Guardian - UK

Smells, touch, feelings … why can’t I form any sensory memories like other people?

It’s been quite a revelation to discover that my version of reminiscing is nothing like other people’s, says science writer Sadie Dingfelder

Medical Daily

People Living With Brain Aneurysm At High Risk Of Anxiety, Depression: Study

Being aware of the aneurysm diagnosis was linked to a 10% higher risk of a mental health condition such as anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and alcohol or drug misuse.

The Canberra Times

Vale Sarah Mamalai: Mum and brain cancer campaigner who gave her all

The mother of two died at Clare Holland House on Sunday.

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Daily Techniques and Ways to Improve Memory: Simple Behaves for Maximum Brainpower

Maintaining brainpower is crucial for managing everyday chores and reaching personal objectives in our hectic lives. Brainpower is our ability to efficiently think, acquire, and recall knowledge. Improving brainpower will help with concentration, general mental clarity, and the ability to solve problems.

LiveScience

Virus that causes COVID-19 uses a secret 'back door' to infect the brain

A mutation on the spike protein of the virus that causes COVID-19 could help it infect the brain by forcing it to use a cellular "back door."

Evening Standard

Best supplements to support breastfeeding

Carefully crafted, these nutrient-rich formulas can help benefit mother and baby postpartum

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