From Neuroscience News: Unraveling a Genetic Network Linked to Autism - Using CRISPR techniques, researchers have uncovered a genetic network linked to autism.

From Neuroscience News: Artificial Intelligence Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Before Diagnosis - A new convolutional neural network uses PET brain scans to detect biological signs of Alzheimer's disease years before the symptoms appear, researchers report.

From Neuroscience News: Drinking Coffee May Reduce Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Risks - According to researchers, drinking coffee could reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. The study reports dark roasted coffee appears to have better neuroprotective qualities than light roasts.

From Neuroscience News: Evidence of Brain Injuries in Football Players at Surprisingly Young Age - Researchers find evidence of cognitive issues and miRNA biomarkers, indicating brain injuries from concussions or head-to-head contact, in college football players. The findings indicated lasting damage caused by sports related concussions occur earlier than expected.

From Neuroscience News: Genetic Factors Tied to Obesity May Protect Against Diabetes - A new study reports some genetic factors that increase obesity work to lower metabolic risk. 14 genetic variations, researchers report, are linked to higher BMI but lower diabetes risk.

From Neuroscience News: Decoding How Brain Circuits Control Behavior - Researchers have identified how two types of neurons divide the labor to plan and initiate movements.

From Neuroscience News: Appendix Removal May Lower Parkinson’s Risk - Researchers report those who have had appendectomies have a reduced risk of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study reveals the appendix acts as a reservoir for proteins associated with the neurodegenerative disease.

From Neuroscience News: An End to Arachnophobia Just a Heartbeat Away - Researchers say phobias can be treated more effectively by linking computerized therapy to the rhythm of a person's heart.

From Neuroscience News: Why Haunted Houses Creep Us Out - Psychologists examine why haunted houses make us feel creeped out, concluding they give us the creeps not because of the threat they pose, but because it is unclear whether or not they pose a real threat.

From Neuroscience News: Cannabis Pain Relief Without the High - Researchers have pinpointed an effective dose of CBD to help treat chronic pain, without generating the typical marijuana 'high'.