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Regret is a gambler’s curse, scientists say
September 18, 2018
New science can record rapid human brain activity — including what goes on after we wager.
A new spinal cord injury treatment is getting patients back on their feet
September 11, 2018
Patients are recovering from injuries that were once believed to be irreversible.
How poor sleep can ruin your social life
August 22, 2018
People found sleep-deprived individuals to be more socially unattractive, and felt lonelier after interacting with them.
Where you put your keys
August 20, 2018
Ben Storm explains why we tend to misplace just that one thing and why forgetting might be a secret power.
Reeling from the news? Train your brain to feel better with these 4 techniques
July 27, 2018
Tips from neuroscience can help you cope with events outside your control.
Curing a deadly childhood disease, sharing her love of science, and a sleek ’68 Corvette drive this biochemist
June 28, 2018
Mashable captures a day in the life of Duchenne muscular dystrophy researcher.
Thank Instagram and Snapchat for your fading memories
June 27, 2018
Documenting your life may come at the cost of actually being able to remember it.
Electrically stimulating the brain may restore movement after stroke
June 20, 2018
The findings suggest the potential for brain implants to treat stroke patients.
Sign here
May 30, 2018
UC San Diego has a long history of researching and teaching American Sign Language.
New app tells hearing-impaired parents when and why their baby is crying
May 22, 2018
Chatterbaby uses artificial intelligence to help determine if baby is hungry, fussy or in pain.