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David Levine

David Levine (@dlloydlevine) is an independent journalist and co-chairman of Science Writers in New York. He has written articles for The New York Times, Scientific American, Nature, the Los Angeles Times, Nautilus, and Discover.

Cognition and Constipation

Studies probing the connection between the microbiome and cognitive decline deepen our understanding of the gut-brain axis.

By David Levine

Industrial-Scale Stem Cells Are Here

Bit.bio’s new approach for reprogramming pluripotent stem cells could standardize the reliable, large-scale manufacture of cells for research and therapy.

By David Levine

Are You Getting Enough Flavanols?

A diet deficient in these naturally occurring compounds can lead to age-related memory loss.

By David Levine

What Can We Learn From Terminal Lucidity Before Death?

This mysterious end-of-life energy surge could teach us about memory, cognition, and the search for dementia treatments.

By David Levine

New Study Links Cognitive Performance to Disease Susceptibility

Variations in your cognitive performance before exposure to a respiratory virus can predict the severity of the infection.

By David Levine

Is Low-Dose Lithium a Better Solution for Major Depression?

Some studies show it’s better than SSRIs—but there’s no incentive to invest in clinical trials.

By David Levine

How the Brain Perceives Fear

Targeting a key molecule that helps the brain process sensory threats could lead to new treatments for PTSD, migraines, and autism.

By David Levine

Your Brain at the Moment of Death

Resuscitation expert Sam Parnia studies near death experiences—and how your brain can give you access to new dimensions of reality.

By David Levine

Rethinking Serotonin Reuptake

A new study questions whether depression is really caused by a chemical imbalance.

By David Levine

An AI-Powered Test for Early Dementia

New software to catch signs of cognitive decline earlier could help reduce the risk of dementia.

By David Levine

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