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Scientists have discovered a fundamental conflict in how the brain learns and forms memories, challenging long-held assumptions about classical and operant conditioning. These two learning systems cannot operate simultaneously, as they compete for dominance in the brain

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Analyzing 2,135 neuroimages of Americans, researchers found that individuals in countries with higher inequality levels exhibited reduced brain volume and disrupted connectivity, particularly in the temporo-posterior and cerebellar regions, which are essential for memory and cognitive function

Analyzing 2,135 neuroimages of Americans, research...

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Similarity-attraction proves to be a surprisingly unshakable psychological effect | These findings contribute to our understanding of intergroup relations in increasingly diverse societies.

Similarity-attraction proves to be a surprisingly ...

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Hiigher levels of inequality are linked to reduced brain volume and disrupted connectivity, especially in temporo-posterior and cerebellar regions essential for memory and cognitive function. Associations persisted even after accounting for factors such as education, age, sex, cognition ability

Hiigher levels of inequality are linked to reduced...

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Genetic defects of brain immunity in childhood herpes simplex encephalitis - Nature

Genetic defects of brain immunity in childhood her...

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The titan arum, a plant with a phallus-shaped spike that stands up to 3 metres tall, warms up to 36C at night and gives off the stench of a rotting corpse. A recent study revealed the pungent odours include the aptly named compound putrescine, which is given off by rotting animal carcasses.

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Temporary resident postdocs make up the majority of US STEM postdocs and are dependent on employers for their visas. They have lower salaries, fewer benefits, less mentoring, and are less involved in collaboration, grants and teaching-- But have higher average research productivity.

Temporary resident postdocs make up the majority o...

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NASA Probe Completes Historic Closest-Ever Approach to Sun

NASA Probe Completes Historic Closest-Ever Approac...

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Digital healthcare consultations are not enough for a safe assessment of tonsillitis. Reliability will not be sufficient, thus increasing the risk of over- or undertreatment of a sore throat.

Digital healthcare consultations are not enough fo...

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Nanotechnology: Researchers succeed in inserting a filiform molecule into the cavity of a ring-shaped molecule, according to a high-energy geometry that is not possible at thermodynamic equilibrium. Light makes it possible to create a molecular “fit” that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Nanotechnology: Researchers succeed in inserting a...

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New study reveals economic burden of tooth decay is highest in deprived groups. The UK showed the highest per-person costs across the six countries at approximately £18,000 ($22,910).

New study reveals economic burden of tooth decay i...

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Study: In situ, breast cancer has decreased since 2009, consistent with decreasing use of screening mammography, but decrease did not appear to have translated to more advanced breast cancer stages at diagnosis or decreases in the proportion of cases treated with partial mastectomy.

Study: In situ, breast cancer has decreased since ...

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A study from Turkey (N=467) suggests loneliness is associated with fear of positive evaluation.

A study from Turkey (N=467) suggests loneliness is...

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Phase 3 C. difficile vaccine efficacy trial was well tolerated but failed to meet primary endpoint

Phase 3 C. difficile vaccine efficacy trial was we...

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A study of 15,728 US children (2015–2020) found flu vaccines reduce the risk of emergency visits, hospitalisations, and critical illness by over 50%.

A study of 15,728 US children (2015–2020) found fl...

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People with schizophrenia show distinct brain activity when faced with conflicting information: « Researchers introduce a biomarker to indicate whether someone is struggling with the inflexible thinking associated with the disorder. »

People with schizophrenia show distinct brain acti...

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Reintroducing bison to Kansas tallgrass prairies promotes biodiversity and resilience, study finds • Kansas Reflector

Reintroducing bison to Kansas tallgrass prairies p...

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Youth protests may initiate the societal change needed to overcome the climate crisis.

Youth protests may initiate the societal change ne...

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