Bright light alters metabolism

Originally shared by Neuroscience Roi-Girard

Bright light alters metabolism
Surfing internet before sleep. Scientists found bright light exposure increased insulin resistance compared to dim light exposure in both the morning and the evening. In the evening, bright light also caused higher peak glucose (blood sugar) levels.
Read more -https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160518141416.htm    
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Virtual Neurons Created by Blue Brain and the Allen Institute

Originally shared by Neuroscience News

Virtual Neurons Created by Blue Brain and the Allen Institute

The Allen Institute for Brain Science is releasing new, highly realistic computer models of neurons. The models were developed using tools and expertise from the Blue Brain Project.

The research is in Cell. (full access paywall)

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http://neurosciencenews.com/blue-brain-virtual-neurons-3789