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Breaking the Code: Why Yuor Barin Can Raed Tihs

Posted Fri Feb 10, 2012 09:41 AM ET   |   0

How can our brains decipher even garbled nonsense? A key factor could be context. Read more

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Crippled Arm Leads to Changes in Brain

Posted Wed Jan 18, 2012 11:37 AM ET   |   0

The findings could change the way stroke victims receive therapy. Read more

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Now Showing: Movie Clips From Your Mind

Posted by  Alyssa Danigelis  Thu Sep 22, 2011 12:01 PM ET   |   0

Blurry images taken from the human brain reveal movie clips just watched by test subjects. Read more

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An On-Off Switch for Memory?

Posted Fri Jun 17, 2011 01:00 PM ET   |   0

For the first time, scientists have recreated the brain's learning process and can restore long-forgotten memories. Read more

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Brainy Birds Live the High Life in Cities

Posted by  Jennifer Viegas  Wed Apr 27, 2011 07:00 AM ET   |   0

Some birds avoid cities, but others purposefully move to them, seeking their own version of the big time. Read more

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Computer Chips Wired With Nerve Cells

Posted Mon Mar 21, 2011 01:27 PM ET   |   0

This technology could pave the way for melding minds with machines. Read more

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Enzyme Brings Back Old Memories

Posted Thu Mar 3, 2011 06:13 PM ET   |   0

Increased levels of a naturally occurring enzyme could supercharge long-term memory. Read more

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'Thinking Cap' Designed to Promote Creativity

Posted Thu Feb 10, 2011 08:47 AM ET   |   0

The device works by passing low levels of electricity through the brain to try and help wearers think more clearly. Read more

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Brain Scan Can Tell if You'll Quit Smoking

Posted Mon Jan 31, 2011 12:40 PM ET   |   0

Did you plan to quit smoking this year? Are you really going to? Read more

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Sleep Helps Reinforce Memory

Posted Mon Jan 24, 2011 08:51 AM ET   |   0

When the brain is triggered to recall a memory during sleep, memories are made stronger. Read more

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Chess Experts Use Brains Differently Than Amateurs

Posted Fri Jan 21, 2011 12:30 PM ET   |   0

Experts perfect a circuit in regions of the brain associated with visualizing images and episodic memory. Read more

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Why Music Makes You Happy

Posted by  Emily Sohn  Mon Jan 10, 2011 08:40 AM ET   |   0

Listening to music releases dopamine, a feel-good chemical associated with addiction and good food. Read more

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How the Brain Shops

Posted Wed Jan 5, 2011 11:20 AM ET   |   0

Individual human brain cells can be savvy shoppers. Read more

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Chemicals in Apple Skins, Wine Could Help Fight Alzheimer's

Posted by  Emily Sohn  Mon Nov 29, 2010 10:50 AM ET   |   0

A type of chemical derived from curry, wine and apple skins may help protect nerve cells from Alzheimer's. Read more

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Face Shield May Prevent Military Brain Injuries

Posted Tue Nov 23, 2010 12:45 PM ET   |   0

Helmets currently leave soldiers' faces unprotected, allowing explosive forces to blast through. Read more

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