During learning, neurons deep in brain engage in a surprising level of activity

Researchers have learned something surprising about the cerebellum, perhaps best known as the part of the…

Researchers gain insight into day-to-day lives of parents raising children with autism

A new study looks at the daily experiences of the parents of children with autism spectrum…

Research spotlights early signs of disease using infrared light: New research

Researchers have used infrared spectroscopy to spotlight changes in tiny cell fragments called microvesicles to probe…

Food insecurity in early childhood linked to young children’s skills in kindergarten

In the United States, estimates show that a substantial number of children under age 5 live…

Intervention that engages youth on ethnic, racial identity can enhance positive development

Developing an ethnic-racial identity is an important task for young people growing up in the United…

Energy drinks mask alcohol’s effects, increase injury risk

People who mix highly caffeinated energy drinks with their alcoholic beverages may be at increased risk…

Mouse study identifies new method for treating depression

Standard antidepressant medications don't work for everyone, and even when they do they are slow to…

Suicide risk is higher in first year after deliberate self-harm

New findings suggest that American adults who survive deliberate self-harm are at increased risk of suicide…

Quantum dots illuminate transport within the cell

Biophysicists have developed a strategy for using light-emitting nanocrystals as a marker in living cells. By…

Infections during pregnancy may interfere with genes linked to prenatal brain development

If a mother picks up an infection during pregnancy, her immune system will kick into action…