Research Highlights

Our research highlights focus on behavioral and social sciences funded by the National Institutes of Health. These articles are for informational purposes only. They do not signify endorsement of specific studies or offer medical or treatment advice.

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Research Spotlights
Research Spotlights: February 2021

Marijuana use may impair a woman’s fertility

Vaccine uptake in sparse verses dense communities

Prenatal stress may increase children’s disease risk, especially in Black women

Research Spotlights
Research Spotlights: January 2021

Brainwave activity connects experiences and expectations during memory recall

A home-court advantage—the importance of circadian rhythms and performance

Children gain weight when new convenience stores open nearby