Neuroscience

Hippocampus uses dual pathways for memory storage

The mechanism by which our brains record events in stereo—with one channel recording details and another recording general impressions—has been elicited by two RIKEN neuroscientists.

Cardiology

Artery calcification more common in night owls, shows study

Artery calcification is almost twice as common in night owls compared to early birds, according to a study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Circadian rhythm appears to be particularly important for the heart and ...

Genetics

Largest-ever genetic study of suicide finds new risk factors

The reasons why people attempt suicide are complex and include external triggers like trauma and stress, as well as inherited genetic factors. A new study published online on October 1 in the American Journal of Psychiatry ...

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