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The boost in cognition and memory from a single exercise session lasted only a short while for those who showed gains. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Improve cognitive ability in old age with exercise

Exercise is good for aging brain: Study.

28 Aug 2019 10:27 AM IST

When it comes to protecting the newborn brain, taking steps to mitigate risk before birth may be critical. (Photo: ANI)

Pomegranate juice beneficial for infant brain development

Pomegranate juice develops infant brain: Study.

27 Aug 2019 12:00 PM IST

The decline in lung function is attributable to the irritation that most cleaning chemicals cause on mucous membranes lining the airways. (Photo: Pixabay)

Everyday chemicals linked to brain disorders in children, says study

Medical review went on to add items such as cosmetics, furniture and plastics could be linked to brain development...

24 March 2018 1:16 PM IST

Some of the genes identified as increasing risk for schizophrenia have previously been associated with other neurodevelopmental disorders. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists uncover 20 genes linked to being transgender

Discovery supports claims that the condition has a physical basis.

19 March 2018 4:26 PM IST

Researchers also found that genetic variants associated with lower empathy are also associated with higher risk for autism. (Photo: Pixabay)

Children with autism spectrum disorder more prone to food allergy

The study found that 11.25 percent of children reportedly diagnosed with ASD have a food allergy.

9 Jun 2018 6:38 PM IST

PAC says tracking of pregnant women should be made mandatory.

Diabetic mums are more likely to have children with autism, says study

Research, in recent years, has pointed toward a link between the condition, the immune system and the developing foetal...

26 Jun 2018 10:37 AM IST

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Kids whose mothers use marijuana may try it at a younger age

Marijuana has been linked with negative consequences such as impairments in concentration and decision-making.

25 Sept 2018 10:07 AM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Brain development different in premature boys and girls

Brain measurements taken from MRI scans showed there are major sex differences in the structure of the brain.

24 Sept 2018 11:59 AM IST

The baby was diagnosed with pygopagus parasiticus, a birth condition observed in one in a million pregnancies (Photo: AFP)

Breast milk helps in brain development in premature babies

Experts say helping mothers to provide breast milk in weeks after giving birth could improve long-term outcomes for...

22 Sept 2018 5:10 PM IST

The identification of these gene-to-behaviour relationships will help in research of memory function and dysfunction. (Photo: Pixabay)

Over 100 genes linked to memory in humans identified

It will help understand the molecular mechanisms supporting human memory and cure memory issues

27 March 2017 5:29 PM IST

This variation in brain structure was only seen in boys, but not in girls with the same personality traits. (Photo: Pixabay)

Boys' brains wired to be callous, unemotional: study

Researchers studied brain development in 189 adolescents.

28 Dec 2017 5:38 PM IST

Heavy alcohol use may disrupt brain maturation process. (Photo: Pixabay)

Heavy alcohol use may disrupt brain development

Cortical thinning was observable in young people who had been heavy drinkers throughout their adolescence.

9 Dec 2016 2:34 PM IST