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    A new report from a group of Northeastern researchers explores across disciplines how biotech can ensure safe, sustainable life beyond Earth.

    The key to international space cooperation is developments in biotechnology, Northeastern researchers say

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    The NeuroPRISM lab, led by assistant psychology professor Stephanie Noble, makes tools that pave the way for reliable and reproducible neuroimaging of the brain.

    Precise maps of the brain’s deepest corners are made possible through tools developed by these Northeastern researchers

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  • Next gen scanner could unlock new treatments for brain injuries

    Next gen scanner could unlock new treatments for brain injuries

    The Center for Translational Neuroimaging recently obtained a Mediso nanoScan 7T PET/MRI scanner, the first of its kind in the United States.
  • Northeastern research finds aerobic fitness and lower body fat are associated with better mental health outcomes in children

    Northeastern research finds aerobic fitness and lower body fat are associated with better mental health outcomes in children

    Northeastern researchers looked at the link in children ages 8 to 11 in one of the first studies looking at these relationships in this population.
  • Precise maps of the brain’s deepest corners are made possible through tools developed by these Northeastern researchers

    Precise maps of the brain’s deepest corners are made possible through tools developed by these Northeastern researchers

    The NeuroPRISM lab, led by assistant psychology professor Stephanie Noble, makes tools that pave the way for reliable and reproducible neuroimaging of the brain.
  • Millions of people have macular degeneration. Could this training model help restore their sight?

    Millions of people have macular degeneration. Could this training model help restore their sight?

    Psychology professor Aaron Seitz says training people on how to use their peripheral vision can compensate for central vision problems.
  • Northeastern research finds infant anesthesia may speed up brain development

    Northeastern research finds infant anesthesia may speed up brain development

    Northeastern research from Assistant Professor Laurel Gabard-Durnam finds babies exposed to general anesthesia in very early infancy showed accelerated brain development.
  • Is all learning ‘incidental’? Northeastern professor says that we ‘trick’ our brains into learning

    Is all learning ‘incidental’? Northeastern professor says that we ‘trick’ our brains into learning

    When was the last time you sat down and tried to learn something? How did you approach it? Did you make flashcards for hard-to-remember terms and concepts, ask a friend to quiz you on the subject or simply jump into the deep end with a new project? New research from Northeastern University psychology professor Aaron Seitz suggests that […]
  • This psychologist says we need to be more comfortable with not knowing the answer in therapy

    This psychologist says we need to be more comfortable with not knowing the answer in therapy

    People often turn to therapy for answers about themselves, their lives or their relationships, but one psychologist says we need to get more comfortable with saying, “I don’t know” –– and that includes therapists too. Aaron B. Daniels, an associate teaching professor at Northeastern University with a decade plus of experience as a practicing therapist, […]
  • Northeastern professor leads global study on why some people hear better in noisy spaces

    Northeastern professor leads global study on why some people hear better in noisy spaces

    Jonathan Peelle, associate professor of psychology, worked with other researchers on a study that shows that people’s ability to detect background sounds varies from person to person, and is influenced by the noise that came before the sounds.
  • How teens make decisions: Juliet Davidow’s research sheds light on motivation and the adolescent mind

    How teens make decisions: Juliet Davidow’s research sheds light on motivation and the adolescent mind

    Juliet David, assistant psychology professor, has been awarded a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to explore how motivated learning develops during this critical period of life.
  • What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?

    What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?

    Northeastern researchers, Laurel Gabard-Durnam and Zhenghan Qi, provide some context to the rising rate of autism diagnoses, pointing out that the rate is not as concerning as it may seem.
  • Can you train your brain for better memory? This Northeastern study points to yes

    Can you train your brain for better memory? This Northeastern study points to yes

    Susanne Jaeggi, psychology professor, has new research that may help scientist understand how people's working memory can be improved.
  • Can psilocybin — the key ingredient in magic mushrooms — be the key to treating head injuries?

    Can psilocybin — the key ingredient in magic mushrooms — be the key to treating head injuries?

    Craig Ferris, psychology professor, and colleagues have found that rats dosed with psilocybin after mild head injuries, were able to regain normal brain function.