New brain gene gives us edge over apes, study suggests

New brain gene gives us edge over apes, study suggests: Scientists have taken a step forward in helping to solve one of life's greatest mysteries -- what makes us human?

Running too far, too fast, and too long speeds progress 'to finish line of life'

Running too far, too fast, and too long speeds progress 'to finish line of life': Vigorous exercise is good for health, but only if it's limited to a maximum daily dose of between 30 and 50 minutes, say researchers.

[Report] A Large-Scale Model of the Functioning Brain

[Report] A Large-Scale Model of the Functioning Brain: Two-and-a-half million model neurons recognize images, learn via reinforcement, and display fluid intelligence.

Authors: Chris Eliasmith, Terrence C. Stewart, Xuan Choo, Trevor Bekolay, Travis DeWolf, Charlie Tang, Daniel Rasmussen