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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

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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…

The Times of India

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.

Tom’s Hardware

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.

Inverse

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

Evening Standard

Should you drink fluoridated water?

Fluoridation in tap water is "outdated" some experts say, but still has dental benefits.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

Salon

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

The Guardian - UK

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.

Medical Daily

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

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

The Canberra Times

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.

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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

The Times of India

Optical Illusion: Can you spot the hidden hairbrush in this picture?

Optical illusions have always intrigued people, challenging their perception and cognitive abilities. One such illusion that has recently gained popularity is the hidden hairbrush puzzle. This brainteaser, created by Capital Hair and Beauty, invites viewers to find a hairbrush cleverly concealed within a seemingly ordinary image.

Medical Daily

Best Kudzu Root Supplements For Heart, Liver And Brain Health

Kudzu Root, derived from the Pueraria lobata plant, offers numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular support, liver detoxification, alcohol dependency reduction, cognitive enhancement, and menopausal symptom relief. Rich in isoflavones, this natural supplement can be easily incorporated into daily routines to promote overall well-being and improve quality of life.

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Alabama high school football player dies from brain injury a day after being hurt during game

Caden Tellier, 16, died on Saturday after he suffered a traumatic brain injury during Friday night’s game at Morgan Academy in Selma, Alabama

Tom’s Hardware

Scientists to use AI and 1.6 million brain scans for earlier and more accurate dementia diagnoses

Researchers in Scotland are hopeful they can use machine learning to detect signs of dementia much earlier than is currently possible.

The Conversation

What is mental imagery? Brain researchers explain the pictures in your mind and why they’re useful

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected].

The Independent UK

Scientists identify six different forms of love by studying how they change our brains

Scientists make surprising discovery about brain activation in response to feeling love for pets

Fortune

4 executives explain how a magic mushroom 'journey' made them a better leader

“If you want extraordinary results, you have to do something extraordinary.”

The Guardian - UK

Scientists to use AI to analyse 1.6m brain scans to develop tool predicting dementia risk

Researchers will use artificial intelligence to match image data of patients from Scotland with linked health records

The Independent UK

Experts analyse brain scans in bid to develop tool to predict dementia risk

The group will study hundreds of thousands of CT and MRI scans using AI.

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