How human brain functional networks emerge and develop during the birth transition

Brain-imaging data collected from fetuses and infants has revealed a rapid surge in functional connectivity between brain regions on a global scale at birth, possibly reflecting neural processes that support

Lower neighborhood opportunity may increase risk for preterm birth

A new study suggests that neighborhoods with fewer educational, health, environmental, and socioeconomic resources may increase one’s risk for preterm birth and contribute to the racial gap in preterm birth

Associative learning: Primary school children outperform all other age groups

The ability to make the connection between an event and its consequences — experts use the term associative learning — is a crucial skill for adapting to the environment. It