Brains and Bacteria
What’s in our guts can affect what’s on our minds. Psychological scientists and microbiologists collaborate to explore the relationships among gut microbes, mood, behavior, and the immune system. … More
Neuroscience
Terrie Moffitt Elected to National Academy of Medicine
APS Fellow Terrie E. Moffitt has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine in recognition of her ground-breaking contributions… More
2019 William James Fellow Award Goes to Phelps, Gilbert, Nadel, Werker
APS Past President Elizabeth A. Phelps, along with Daniel T. Gilbert, Lynn Nadel, and Janet F. Werker, are recognized for lifetime achievement in the basic science of psychology. … More
Can brain-stimulating implants treat some severe cases of autism?
It’s 7 p.m. on a Friday and Rebecca “Becky” Audette is already in bed, tucked under a polka-dotted lavender comforter… More
10/22: NSF Webinar on New Funding for Understanding Neural and Cognitive Systems
The National Science Foundation program in Integrative Strategies for Understanding Neural and Cognitive Systems is holding a webinar on Monday, October 22, from 1:00 – 2:30 PM EDT to discuss new a new grant opportunity available through the program… More
Are We Wired to Sit?
Are we born to be physically lazy? A sophisticated if disconcerting new neurological study suggests that we probably are. It… More