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The Neuroscience of Taste
Most, if not all, of us enjoy eating. But have you ever wondered what goes on in the brain as you experience the sense of taste?
Gbonjubola Ogungbangbe
6 days ago4 min read
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Why Are So Many Autistic Women Overlooked?
ASD is diagnosed more in males and many autistic women go unrecognised. For World Autism Awareness Day, let's discuss what needs to change!
Freya Wardell
Apr 24 min read
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Bridging the Gap: Katie Mckinnon
In this new Bridging the Gap article, Dr Katie Mckinnon shares insights into neonatology, her career journey, and more!
Rebecca Pope
Mar 2511 min read
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PMDD: The truth behind this ‘western culture-bound’ syndrome
Despite its impact on mental and physical health, PMDD is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or dismissed. Let's dive into the science...
Riya Verma
Mar 1411 min read
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How Pregnancy Reshapes the Brain: A Groundbreaking Study
Ever heard of pregnancy brain? Turns out, it’s not just an excuse for forgetfulness - it’s neuroscience.
Freya Wardell
Mar 133 min read
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The Night’s Work: How sleep impacts your brain function
Sleep is more than rest - it strengthens memory, clears toxins, and optimises brain function. Discover why quality sleep is essential.
Vandana Vedartham
Mar 115 min read
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ADHD & the brain: What's in the matter?
Difficulty concentrating and focusing, impatience, interrupting conversations, hyperactivity and impulsiveness…does that sound like...
Aiman Muhammad
Feb 73 min read
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Neurons and learning: activity-driven neuroplasticity
When we start learning a new skill, every little aspect requires deliberate, conscious effort. With practice and repetition, our actions...
Shriya Singh
Jan 153 min read
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Psychedelics: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Medicine
Imagine a world where ancient shamans and modern-day scientists found a common ground towards exploring the intricacies and workings of...
Sirjan Chhatwal
Oct 4, 20244 min read
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Does it hurt more being a woman? Understanding Sex Differences in Pain Perception
Pain is a complex and subjective experience that varies among individuals. However, there is increasing evidence that men and women differ i
Neave Smith
Sep 19, 20247 min read
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Bugs & Brain: The Role of Gut-Brain Axis in Neurological Disorders
Within our bodies, trillions of cells originating from a single-celled zygote work in harmony to create and sustain us. However, residing...
Shriya Singh
Sep 5, 20243 min read
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Mysteries of Psilocybin
From the rock art found in the Sahara Desert to the mushroom stone statues of Mesoamerican civilizations, artefacts throughout human...
Shriya Singh
Aug 14, 20243 min read
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Rewiring the mind: the extraordinary power of neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s remarkable ability to reorganise itself by forming and eliminating neural connections throughout life....
Meghna Solanki
Aug 6, 20243 min read
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The Impact of Exercise on Mental Health: A Neuroscientific Perspective
Mental Health Awareness Week, observed in mid-May, highlights the ongoing importance of addressing mental health issues. As we move into...
Rebecca Parker
Jun 28, 20244 min read
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Diagnosis of early dementia: blood proteins reveal potential risk
A recent study published in Nature has identified blood protein biomarkers that could be used to predict the risk of developing dementia,...
Emily Beswick
May 9, 20242 min read
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Bridging the Gap: Jessica Agnew-Blais
We are starting a new series, Bridging the Gap! For each post, we will have a conversation with a woman in neuroscience to discuss the gaps
Caterina Falvella
Mar 19, 202411 min read
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Tau do you solve a problem like dementia? How inhibiting tau phosphorylation could be a potential therapeutic for Alzheimer’s
How does the role of NUAK1 tau phosphorylation differ within mouse and human brains, and why could inhibiting this enzyme open the door...
Catherine Turnbull
Mar 16, 20242 min read
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The brain, menstrual cycle and female sex hormones: acknowledging sex bias in neuroimaging research
Disclaimer: WiNUK acknowledges that the menstrual cycle is not a gender-specific experience. Throughout this blog, people who experience...
Katherine Mortimer
Mar 11, 20245 min read
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The Neuroscience Behind Imagination
From the visualisation and construction of narratives in our minds to the recall of familiar objects, imagination is a fundamental aspect...
Kunashe Gonye
Feb 26, 20247 min read
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New neural implant translates brainwaves into words for natural communication
Imagine a future in which individuals can regain the ability to communicate almost naturally through a brain-computer interface. In a new...
Rebecca Parker
Feb 8, 20242 min read
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