Eyes with central vision loss adapt by developing a new fixation point in a different…
Month: July 2015
Pygmies show growth plasticity is key to human evolution
While the stature of pygmies is well-suited to tropical rainforests, the mechanisms underlying their growth…
Illuminating mechanisms of repetitive thinking
The ability to engage in mental time travel is a unique and central part of…
National study of deep brain stimulation for depression fails to demonstrate efficacy
Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and treatment-resistant symptoms of depression have a…
Practice doesn’t always make perfect (depending on your brain)
How do you get to Carnegie Hall? New research on the brain’s capacity to learn…
Doctor warns about lead poisoning risk from recycling older electronic equipment
The disposal and recycling of electronic devices has increased exposure to lead and other toxicants…
Early evidence suggests hybrid cochlear implants may benefit millions with common form of hearing loss
People with a common form of hearing loss not helped by hearing aids achieved significant…
Geography, skills, local companies affect higher education impact on economic development
Policy makers need to take factors like geography, available skills and knowledge and the networks…
Diabetics who skip breakfast provoke hazardous blood sugar spikes
A new study reveals how skipping breakfast affects people with type-2 diabetes. According to the…
Marked improvement in health, healthcare for Medicare patients
In a 15-year study of older Medicare patients, researchers saw an estimated 20 percent drop…