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Unravelling the mysteries of the presynapse with super resolution microscopy
Nature Communications
Researchers from UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) have revealed the pivotal role played by Synapsin 2a proteins in orchestrating the organisation and mobility of synaptic vesicles within live neurons. Researchers from UQ’s Queensland Brain Read more about Unravelling the mysteries of the presynapse with super resolution microscopy
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What do team-building exercises do to a group's brain activity?
PLOS Biology
Team-building exercises could help groups of strangers communicate more freely and even synchronise their brain activity, according to international researchers who measured the brain activity of strangers interacting in groups of three. The groups Read more about What do team-building exercises do to a group's brain activity?
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Income and education tied to alcohol abuse
PLOS Medicine
A Swedish study has tied income and education levels to one's likelihood to develop problems related to alcohol abuse. These two factors were consistent despite changes in mental health, genetics and marital status, offering important insight into Read more about Income and education tied to alcohol abuse
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Could artificial intelligence be the future of soccer coaching?
Nature Communications
An artificial intelligence (AI) system named ‘TacticAI’ can predict the outcome of corner kicks and provide realistic and accurate tactical suggestions in soccer matches, according to international researchers, who found that experts from Read more about Could artificial intelligence be the future of soccer coaching?
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How did Papua New Guinea communities survive when a deadly illness took most of the women?
The American Journal of Human Genetics
The survival of the Fore people, a community from the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea, remains a mystery after a deadly illness ravaged the population in the mid-20th century. The Fore people had a cultural tradition of eating the bodies of Read more about How did Papua New Guinea communities survive when a deadly illness took most of the women?
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It's time to look at the brain changes in middle age
Trends in Neurosciences
The middle-aged brain could provide a window into future brain health, according to international researchers who say more research should be dedicated to this period of life. The team reviewed evidence from human and animal studies which suggests Read more about It's time to look at the brain changes in middle age
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High pornography exposure among young Australians helps fuel violence against women
Australia and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
Public health strategies among young people must address violence against women and risky sexual practices associated with pornography exposure, QUT researchers say. QUT researchers from the QUT School of Justice Professor Michael Flood and PhD Read more about High pornography exposure among young Australians helps fuel violence against women
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Alcohol retailers exploiting pregnancy warning loophole, putting babies at risk
Drug and Alcohol Review
A study by The George Institute shows Australia’s largest alcohol retailers are not displaying mandatory pregnancy warnings on their websites, potentially putting customers’ unborn children at risk of permanent brain damage. Virtually none (0. 1% Read more about Alcohol retailers exploiting pregnancy warning loophole, putting babies at risk
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WMO says 2023 was hottest year on record - by a lot
A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) shows that we smashed previous records for greenhouse gas levels, surface temperatures, ocean heat and acidification, sea level rise, Antarctic sea ice cover and our glaciers retreating. Read more about WMO says 2023 was hottest year on record - by a lot
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AI psychotherapy could help those struggling to reach out
Lecture Notes in Computer Science (book)
New research from Murdoch University has revealed the potential of AI psychotherapy in providing treatment to people without access to traditional services. With staggering statistics about the mental health struggles facing Australians, there has Read more about AI psychotherapy could help those struggling to reach out
AustraliaMurdoch University