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Afternoon slump or the brain’s expectations at work?
The brain’s reward centre activates differently across the day, peaking in the morning and evening, according to new research from […]
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Stress a key factor in Alzheimer’s deterioration
High stress may be a major contributor to the development of Alzheimer’s disease, a recent University of Tasmania study has […]
Memory aids for people with brain injuries
During Brain Injury Awareness Week, new research has emerged from Monash University showing that smartphone apps may actually help people […]
Genetic causes of cerebral palsy
A new international research group has been established to investigate the underlying genetic causes of cerebral palsy, spurred on by […]
New brain cancer drug shrinks tumours
An international team of researchers has found a drug previously approved to treat breast cancer could also be used to […]
Adult brains produce new cells in previously undiscovered area
A University of Queensland discovery may lead to new treatments for anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). UQ Queensland […]
Think FAST and act FAST this National Stroke Week
Worrying new Stroke Foundation statistics have found only 36% of Australians who suffer a stroke reach hospital within a critical […]
Lasers used to detect risk of heart attack and stroke
Patients at risk of heart attacks and strokes may be spotted earlier thanks to a diagnosis tool that uses near-infrared […]
Could gaming change the way students learn?
A mobile learning app developed at Swinburne has shown positive effects on student academic performance, engagement and retention. A new […]
Brain ‘switch’ tells body to burn fat after a meal
Scientists at Monash University’s Biomedicine Discovery Institute have found a mechanism by which the brain coordinates feeding with energy expenditure, […]
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