Different Autism Genes, Same Brain Signature
Summary: New research shows that different genetic forms of autism may produce a shared brain activity pattern, revealing…
Tiny Genetic Code Disruption Alters Brain Wiring and Behavior
Summary: A small genetic sequence called mini-exon B plays a surprisingly crucial role in how neurons form synaptic…
Inflammation Triggers Repetitive Behaviors in ASD and OCD
Summary: New research reveals that chronic brain inflammation can directly lead to repetitive behaviors, often seen in conditions…
Hidden Patterns Shape Animal Behavior Across Species
Summary: Despite vast ecological differences, animals from meerkats to hyenas appear to follow a shared behavioral architecture in…
Sexism Disrupts Team Performance by Altering Emotional Synchrony
Summary: A new study reveals that sexist behavior in teams shifts emotional synchrony from boosting performance to merely…
How Oxytocin Tames “Mean Girl” Behavior
Summary: A new study finds that in some lemur species, evolving gender equality is linked to changes in…
Oxytocin Powers Altruistic Responses via Parallel Brain Circuits
Summary: A new study reveals that mice instinctively display rescue-like behaviors toward anesthetized peers, offering powerful evidence that…