Posts Tagged ‘scientists’
Musical training as mental exercise for cognitive performance
We often hear (gladly!) how teachers use our blog articles and brain teasers in their classes. We also hear how many psychology and biology teachers are getting their students excited about brain research, and, to contribute to their efforts, we like to recognize some great initiatives. Last year, Jeffrey Gonce, a Psychology teacher at Red…
Read MoreMild cognitive impairment and Memory Problems: exciting new research
Very quick post: just want to alert you of 2 news pieces on MCI and Alzheimer’s prevention-related research. Frequent Brain Stimulation In Old Age Reduces Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease “The study found a cognitively active person in old age was 2.6 times less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease than a cognitively inactive person…
Read MoreBill Clinton on health care and wellness
We read a good article on medical salaries recently, and are happy to see an increased emphasis prevention and wellness rather than on sickness. Along these lines, we were fortunate to attend Healthetc yesterday, a day-long health event in San Francisco co-organized by KCBS and CPMC that had Bill Clinton as keynote speaker. You can…
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