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Why is brain pain such a head scratcher?

Ashley JacksonSeptember 18, 2023September 18, 202309 mins

Exploring the mysteries of migraines, Ashley Jackson delves into their symptoms, theories, and the socio-economic impacts of this ailment.

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Book review: What dreams can teach us about ourselves and other animals

Paris JaggersSeptember 7, 2023September 14, 2023018 mins

Paris Jaggers examines the complex realm of animal dreaming, juxtaposing scientific and philosophical perspectives.

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What happens when your family turn into impostors?

Leah FogartySeptember 3, 2023September 22, 2023018 mins

Leah Fogarty discusses the complexities and urgent need for research on Capgras delusion, a poorly understood psychiatric condition.

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Lytico-bodig disease origins
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The mystery of the Guam disease

Angelina ShcherbakovaAugust 16, 2023September 7, 202308 mins

Angelina Shcherbakowa delves into the enigma of Guam’s lytico-bodig disease, attempting to trace its potential origins.

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Actors Robert De Niro and Robin Williams in the film 'Awakenings'
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What do laboratory mice and Robert De Niro have in common?

Ester PaolocciAugust 10, 2023September 14, 2023014 mins

Ester Paolocci examines medical ethical complexities, emphasising the need for compassion when treating patients.

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Something to consider before eating brains

Ayaka HoggJuly 27, 2023August 23, 202309 mins

Ayaka Hogg explains the mysteries behind neurodegeneration caused by prions, misfolded proteins that can spread through the brain.

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Neuronal synapse generated by AI
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Microglia in anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder

Leah FogartyJuly 14, 2023July 14, 202306 mins

Leah Fogarty reports on the new link found between the microglia and anxiety, which might offer ways of treating the disorder.

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Elon Musk presents Neuralink
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Neuralink gains FDA approval for clinical trials in humans

Lola BellJune 29, 2023June 29, 2023010 mins

Lola Bell reports on the FDA approval issued for Neuralink, a new technology for the brain-computer interface.

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Colourful image of psychedelics
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Tripping into treatment: The psychedelics renaissance

Jasmin PatelJune 16, 2023August 1, 2023016 mins

Jasmin Patel discusses how psychedelics work, and how they might solve the current lack of effective treatments for mental health disorders.

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How does your brain process your native language?

Paris JaggersFebruary 27, 2023February 27, 202308 mins

Paris Jaggers reports on a recent pre-print that suggests our native language is processed by the brain in a unique way throughout our lives.

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