Gut Microbes Played Role in Evolution of Human Brain, New Study Suggests
Compared to other primates, humans have remarkably large brains relative to their body sizes. The resultant high demands…
Why you probably need more L-serine in your diet in 2026
January is hailed as the perfect month for starting again, and for many of us, that means making…
Why do some brains adapt to change faster than others? New study offers clues
Why are some people better at switching tasks than others? A new study by researchers at Rutgers University…
Self-sabotage may reflect the brain’s need for control and safety
Self-harming and self-sabotaging behaviors, from skin picking to ghosting people, all stem from evolutionary survival mechanisms, according to…
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
Welcome to the Brain Health Challenge! I’m Dana Smith, a reporter at The New York Times, and I’ll…
Small shifts in blood sodium may influence human brain excitability
Even within the healthy range, small differences in blood sodium were associated with measurable changes in brain excitability,…
Biomimetic brain modeling mirrors animal learning and neural dynamics
A new computational model of the brain based closely on its biology and physiology not only learned a…
Brain boosting tip of the day: Forget 10,000 steps, ‘exercises snacks’ are better than gym
Forget Workouts: ‘Exercise Snacks’ Are the Lazy Way to a Smarter Brain And Scientists Are Shocked Forget marathon…
Stroke impacts speech sound integration, not speed, study reveals
Following stroke, some people experience a language disorder that hinders their ability to process speech sounds. How do their…
Study shows AI can predict language success after cochlear implants
AI model using deep transfer learning – the most advanced form of machine learning – predicted with 92…
Vagus nerve may hold the key to a younger and healthier heart
The secret to a healthier and “younger” heart lies in the vagus nerve. A recent study coordinated by…
Brain imaging reveals how stimulant drugs improve performance in ADHD
Prescription stimulants, such as Ritalin and Adderall, are widely used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including…