Here is what I am reading today: the face of autism: Temple Grandin “To many, Temple Grandin is the public face of autism. Grandin’s story has significantly increased autism awareness around the world, and has increased society’s appreciation of the unique and positive characteristics of the autistic mind. But Grandin Read more…
Part of the “Research Team” presenting in Dalian, China taking a tour of the lovely surrounds! Here is what I am reading today: did you see the super moon? “The biggest and brightest full moon of the year graces the sky early Sunday as our celestial neighbor swings closer to Read more…
Here are my readings for today: IQ and baby’s weight gain! “”Head circumference is an indicator of brain volume, so a greater increase in head circumference in a newborn baby suggests more rapid brain growth,” says the lead author of the study, Dr Lisa Smithers from the University of Adelaide’s Read more…
Here is what I am reading today: sleep and memory of emotion “Their findings have implications for individuals suffering from insomnia related to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other anxiety disorders who are prescribed zolpidem (Ambien) to help them sleep. The study—”Pharmacologically Increasing Sleep Spindles Enhances Recognition for Negative and High-arousal Memories”—appears Read more…
My daughters are in Paris after attending a convention on the research team’s work. What better way to add to the fun than take a cooking class! Here is my reading for today: practice makes perfect “Not only from our daily experience but from learning experiments in animals, we know Read more…