Month: February 2023

Unlocking the Brain’s Clues to Alzheimer’s Risk

Imagine you’re an investigator, searching for clues that could lead to the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. One clue you stumble upon is subjective cognitive decline (SCD), which might be a precursor to AD dementia. But does SCD correspond to changes in the brain’s structure and function before symptoms even appear? That’s what this study set […]

Published on February 1, 2023

The Fear Advantage: How Our Brain Evaluates Threats

When it comes to understanding and reacting to threats, our brain is like a watchful security guard. In the field of cognitive neuroscience, researchers have long been intrigued by the neural processes involved in threat evaluation. The amygdala, a key player in this domain, has taken center stage in many studies exploring how we perceive […]

Published on February 1, 2023