Cognitive Science

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A closer look at the correlation between acupuncture and neural activity

Imagine you’re playing a duet with a friend. Both of you start playing your instruments at the exact same time and produce synchronous notes. Now, imagine this scenario happening in your brain! A recent study examined how acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medical practice, can influence the synchronized firing of neurons in the brain. The researchers […]

Published on March 29, 2023

Experiences with and perspectives on advance care planning in young- and late- onset dementia: A focus group study with physicians from various disciplines

IntroductionDespite the relevance of advance care planning (ACP) for people with dementia, its uptake in this population is particularly low. Several challenges for ACP in dementia have been identified from physicians’ perspectives. However, the literature available mainly includes general practitioners and focuses exclusively on the context of late-onset dementia. This is the first study to […]

Published on March 28, 2023

Cystatin C and Glucose Homeostasis in Cognitive Decline

Think of the brain as a sprawling city that needs a steady supply of electricity to stay running smoothly. Well, in this study, scientists looked at how glucose homeostasis, or the proper balance of sugar in the body, interacts with cystatin C, a protein that can affect brain function. They found that elevated levels of […]

Published on March 28, 2023