Summary: New research reveals that small, shallow grooves in the human brain—called tertiary sulci—are closely tied to reasoning ability and brain connectivity in children and adolescents. These uniquely human folds appear to bring critical brain regions closer together, enhancing communication and cognitive function. In an fMRI study, deeper tertiary sulci in the lateral prefrontal and … Read more
Summary: Infants hospitalized with severe COVID-19 mount an immune response that looks entirely different from that of adults or older children. Researchers found both interferon responses and inflammation were elevated simultaneously—something never before observed in other viral infections. T and B cells in these infants were still naïve yet highly activated, and some even produced … Read more
Archyde Maternal Stress During Pregnancy Molecularly Reprograms Newborns, Study Finds April 18, 2025 A groundbreaking study reveals that stress experienced by mothers during pregnancy can induce molecular changes in newborns’ stress response systems. The research highlights significant differences in how male and female babies are affected. Scientists found that maternal stress altered entire families of … Read more
Summary: Researchers have identified mutations in the non-coding gene RNU2-2 as a cause of a newly defined neurodevelopmental disorder, often accompanied by severe epilepsy. The discovery sheds light on the critical role of small non-coding genes in brain development and could affect thousands of families globally. RNU2-2 joins RNU4-2, previously linked to a related disorder, … Read more
Summary: Researchers have identified changes in brain connectivity before and after puberty that may explain why some children with chromosome 22q11.2 deletion syndrome are more susceptible to autism and schizophrenia. Using brain imaging in both mice and humans, the study found that brain regions involved in social behavior were hyperconnected in childhood but under-connected after … Read more
Summary: A new study finds that mothers’ adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)—including abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction—may affect children diagnosed with ADHD or autism. Mothers who faced early trauma were more likely to have children who reported similar experiences and to exhibit traits of neurodevelopmental conditions themselves. No such link was found for fathers, possibly due … Read more
Summary: A new study reveals that the thalamus, long overshadowed by the cortex and hippocampus, plays a crucial role in shaping and updating brain connections. Researchers observed plasticity in thalamic neurons in response to visual experiences, independent of the cortex—an unexpected finding. These changes, especially pronounced during development but also present in adults, may offer … Read more
Prenatal Stress Impacts Infant Development Differently Based on Gender, Study Finds Table of Contents Prenatal Stress Impacts Infant Development Differently Based on Gender, Study Finds Expert Insights: Understanding the Gender-Specific Impact of Prenatal Stress Unraveling the Mystery: How Prenatal Stress Impacts Infants Differently Based on gender June 7, 2024 new research from Michigan State University … Read more
Childhood Adversity Alters Brain Advancement, Increasing Mental Health Risks: virginia Tech Study Table of Contents Childhood Adversity Alters Brain Advancement, Increasing Mental Health Risks: virginia Tech Study Unlocking the Brain’s Resilience: How Childhood Adversity Shapes Adolescent Development Unlocking the Brain’s Resilience: how Childhood Trauma Impacts Adolescent progress Understanding the Neural Mechanisms Brain Connectivity and Substance … Read more