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Fish can recognize a face based on UV pattern aloneFish can recognize a face based on UV pattern alone

Ancient DNA from rare fossil reveals that polar bears evolved recently and adapted quicklyAncient DNA from rare fossil reveals that polar bears evolved recently and adapted quickly

'Anaconda' meets 'Jurassic Park': Study shows ancient snakes ate dinosaur babies'Anaconda' meets 'Jurassic Park': Study shows ancient snakes ate dinosaur babies

Scientists locate apparent hydrothermal vents off AntarcticaScientists locate apparent hydrothermal vents off Antarctica

Mars Express heading for closest flyby of PhobosMars Express heading for closest flyby of Phobos

Artificial bee silk a big step closer to realityArtificial bee silk a big step closer to reality

Predicting the fate of stem cellsPredicting the fate of stem cells

Artificial foot recycles energy for easier walkingArtificial foot recycles energy for easier walking

New fiber nanogenerators could lead to electric clothingNew fiber nanogenerators could lead to electric clothing

What drives our genes? Researchers map the first complete human epigenomeWhat drives our genes? Researchers map the first complete human epigenome

Tracking down the human 'odorprint'Tracking down the human 'odorprint'

Fill 'er up - with algaeFill 'er up - with algae

Scientists discover quantum fingerprints of chaosScientists discover quantum fingerprints of chaos

Researchers help identify cows that gain more while eating lessResearchers help identify cows that gain more while eating less

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Darkness increases dishonest behavior (3/2/2010)

Darkness increases dishonest, self-serving behaviors. ...> Full Article


Male-specific neurons directly linked to gender-specific behaviors (9/13/2008)

New research identifies a few critical neurons that initiate sex-specific behaviors in fruit flies and, when masculinized, can elicit male-typical courtship behaviors from females. The study demonstrates a direct link between sexual dimorphism in the brain and gender differences in behavior. ...> Full Article



Gene Associated with Social Behavior in Animals Has Similar Effects in Human Males (9/3/2008)

Gene Associated with Social Behavior in Animals Has Similar Effects in Human MalesA gene variant related to the hormone vasopressin appears to be associated with how human males bond with their partners or wives ...> Full Article


New Study Shows False Memories Affect Behavior (8/20/2008)

People can easily create false memories of their past and a new study shows that such memories can have long-term effects on our behavior. ...> Full Article


Verbal aggression may affect children's behavior (8/10/2008)

The methods mothers use to control their children during playtime and other daily activities could have a negative impact on their child's self-esteem and behavior ...> Full Article


Are teenage brains really different? (4/2/2008)

MRI studies show brain changes in the adolescent brain impact cognition, emotion and behavior ...> Full Article


Punishment does not earn rewards or cooperation, study finds (3/22/2008)

Winners don't punish, say the authors of a forthcoming Nature paper ...> Full Article


Head injuries result in widespread brain tissue loss one year later (3/9/2008)

May provide important clue to why patients are left with behavioral handicaps ...> Full Article


Religious beliefs focus too much on self (1/22/2008)

Religious beliefs focus too much on selfMoving away from traditional religious beliefs to trendy, self-focused religions and spirituality is not making young adults happier, according to new research. ...> Full Article


Study examines response of older, younger adults to thirst (1/22/2008)

Study examines response of older, younger adults to thirstTwelve healthy subjects in their 60s and 70s showed a different pattern of brain activations during thirst and satiation than did 10 healthy subjects in their 20s who drank the same amounts and underwent imaging with positron-emission tomography (PET). Dysfunction in activated neural regions could help explain why older adults show the dangerous tendency toward reduced drinking in response to dehydration. ...> Full Article


Research Finds Voters' Bodies Recoil at Negative Political Advertising; Brain Remembers Negative Messages (12/14/2007)

As the great race begins, professor discusses physiological impact of negative campaign advertising. ...> Full Article


This Is Your Brain on Violent Media (12/8/2007)

Behavior Control Center in Brain Less Responsive After Repeated Exposure to Violence May Lead to Aggressive Behavior ...> Full Article

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