A team led by Dr. Marcus Conrad, research group leader at the Institute of Developmental Genetics (IDG) at Helmholtz Zentrum
Category: Brain
Links between personality trait and depression
Scientists analysed the DNA of over 300,000 people and found many genes linked to neuroticism- characterised by feelings of anxiety,
Smartphone addiction creates imbalance in brain
Researchers have found an imbalance in the brain chemistry of young people addicted to smartphones and the internet. More people
Menopause linked to changes in brain energy use
Researchers have found that women’s brains use less energy during the menopause. The reduction in energy use by the brain
Brain operates like global positioning system
Brain performs a complex calculation that works like the Global Positioning System, the brain is organized to help us move
Links between gut bacteria and autism
According to the latest research, gut bacteria could cause spectrum disorder. Pathogens in the stomach alter the brain’s development and
Sugar is as addictive as cocaine
Sugar can cause cravings, binges and withdrawal symptoms similar to a drug addiction. Sugar could be just as addictive as
Activating brain region creates desire for cocaine
Researchers have identified a part of the brain that intensifies desire for rewards like addiction to cocaine. Activating part of
Powerful potential pain reliever drug
Pain signals travel from the injured area to spinal cord and to the brain, chronic pain is different from typical
Food preservatives interfere with hormone and cause obesity
Food preservatives are added to foods to preserve them for long-term use.Scientists tested the effects of endocrine disruptors on humans.
