A new study, which may have implications for approaches to education, finds that brain mechanisms engaged when people allow their minds to rest and reflect on things they've learned before may boost later learning.
Oct 20, 2014
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More than 3 million people in America have dental implants, used to replace a tooth lost to decay, gum disease, or injury. Implants represent a leap of progress over dentures or bridges, fitting much more securely and designed ...
Sep 9, 2021
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In 2017, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers broke his right collarbone in a game against the Minnesota Vikings. Typically, it takes about 12 weeks for a collarbone to fully heal, but by mid-December fans and commentators ...
Jul 6, 2021
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(Medical Xpress)—Researchers in Oxford have demonstrated a significant improvement in the treatment of advanced Parkinson's disease with deep brain stimulation.
Jul 15, 2013
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Neurons come in an astounding assortment of shapes and sizes, forming a thick inter-connected jungle of cells. Now, UCL neuroscientists have found that there is a simple pattern that describes the tree-like shape of all neurons.
Jun 20, 2012
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The central (CNS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous system work together to coordinate and regulate the functions of our body in addition to hosting our human intelligence. The CNS is the control center and includes the brain ...
Feb 15, 2024
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Consider yourself a lifesaver if you opt for an electric vehicle next time you buy or lease a new car.
Jun 7, 2023
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More than 43 million people worldwide are blind. In the past 30 years, that number has increased by roughly 50%. Most blind people are born with normal vision and lose their sight over time, due to medical causes or an accident.
Feb 9, 2023
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Neural implants can help treat brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy by directly modulating abnormal activities—and the University of Toronto's Xilin Liu is working with microelectronics and artificial ...
Oct 31, 2022
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Cycling is a great way to stay in shape. You get outdoors with plenty of fresh air, and it is an easy and gentle way to improve your fitness and circulation and strengthen your heart and muscles.
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