Nature Neuroscience Archives

A Possible Cure For Fear

September 20, 2016 by Merv Mandelbaum

We know this’ll sound odd, but: scientists have found a possible cure for fear, and it involves weird smells, electric shocks, and sleep. A study published in Nature Neuroscience has found that exposure therapy, a proven method of curing fear that involves repeated exposure to the object of your fear, … Read More

Memory Trick: A Cup of Coffee

February 3, 2014 by Merv Mandelbaum

White coffee mug against dark brown background.

Can a cup of coffee help you while learning a new task? Yes—if you drink it afterwards. According to a study published in Nature Neuroscience, coffee’s reputation as a study aid is deserved, but timing plays a role too. Researchers had 160 healthy young adults complete a learning task, which … Read More