Dangers of the Metaverse and VR for U.S. Youth Revealed in New Study
A study is one of the first to explore experiencing harm in the metaverse among U.S. youth. Findings show a significant percentage reported experiencing many forms of harm in these spaces including bullying.
Master Copper Regulator Discovery May Offer Alzheimer's Clues
A groundbreaking study by Â鶹ŮÀÉ researchers using a tiny roundworm, links the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation, which could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Interim Vice President for Research Named Fulbright Specialist
Gregg Fields, Ph.D., was selected by the United States Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for his expertise and contributions in disease discovery and treatment.
Digital Self-Harm Surges Among U.S. Teens from 2016 to 2021
A new study finds that digital self-harm, where individuals anonymously post or share hurtful content about themselves online, has increased more than 88% since 2016 among 13 to 17 year olds in the U.S.
Tiny Worm Uncovers Long-lasting Prenatal Effects from Amphetamines
Using a tiny worm, Â鶹ŮÀÉ researchers have revealed the underlying mechanisms of embryonal exposure to methamphetamine (Meth) and amphetamines, a psychostimulant used to treat a variety of brain dysfunctions.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Hosts Inaugural Amyloid Related Diseases Summit
The summit brought together leading scientists in the field across North America and Europe to discuss the latest research and advancements in the study of amyloid-related diseases.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Researchers Land $1M in FDOH Grants to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
Three Â鶹ŮÀÉ researchers have received funding from the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer's Disease Research Program to tackle this global health crisis with their unique approaches.
Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute Presents 'Insights at the Institute'
Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute will host "Insights at the Institute," a juried art exhibition designed to bring awareness to bipolar disorder, from March 14 through March 19.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute Presents 'Brainy Days'
Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute will celebrate its efforts to advance brain science and health with events throughout the month of March throughout Palm Beach County.
Does Your Community Have a Personality Type?
U.S. counties and regions differ in political ideology. But do they differ in personality as well? An Â鶹ŮÀÉ study explores a new approach to measuring the personality of communities.