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How to Give Your Brain the Rest it Needs

The most restorative rest for the brain isn’t taking a nap or lying down on the sofa to binge watch Netflix. Experts say that active, rather than passive, breaks during the day can rejuvenate the brain. “Going for a long walk or hike or working out can give us more rather… Read Full Article (External […]

Published on January 5, 2024

Gene Variant Protects Against Parkinson’s Disease

A rare genetic mutation found in 1% of people of European descent appears to cut their odds for Parkinson’s disease in half, a new study finds. A better understanding of how this bit of DNA works might lead to better prevention and treatment of Parkinson’s generally,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on January 5, 2024

Surprise! — How the brain learns to deal with the unexpected

For children, the world is full of surprises. Adults, on the other hand, are much more difficult to surprise. And there are complex processes behind this apparently straightforward state of affairs. Researchers have been using mice to decode how reactions to the unexpected develop in the growing brain. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on January 5, 2024