Researchers discover how a brain circuit allows eating despite anxiety
How do mammals manage to eat in situations that cause anxiety, step into exposed spaces, or slow down…
Genetic basis of dyslexia found. 13 new genes identified
Is dyslexia hereditary—or is that just a long-repeated myth? A new genetic study led by Hayley Mountford reveals…
CogLinks model reveals how the brain adapts to changing rules
Every day, your brain makes thousands of decisions under uncertainty. Most of the time, you guess right. When…
New Alzheimer’s Mutation Weakens Brain’s Immune Defense
Summary: A new study has identified a mutation in the TREM2 gene that disrupts the brain’s ability to…
Scientists Identify New Gene Behind Hereditary Vision Loss
Summary: Researchers have identified a new genetic cause of hereditary optic atrophy—a condition that leads to gradual vision…
Exercise for brain health: This is the exact amount of exercise required per week to sharpen memory, increase brain power |
In an age when brain fog, forgetfulness, and digital overload are common, science keeps pointing to one simple,…
Scientists uncover how cellular switches guide memory formation
When we form a memory, brain cells need to deliver supplies to strengthen specific neural connections. A new…
Exercise Boosts Women’s Brain Power More Than Ovulation Timing
Summary: While women’s reaction times and accuracy peak during ovulation, physical activity level plays a far greater role…
Brain activity reveals sound outperforms touch in sensing musical rhythm
How do people keep the beat to music? When people listen to songs, slow waves of activity in…
Scientists explore natural hypothermic states as therapy for brain injury
Hypothermia can preserve neuron health following brain injury, but complications from external cooling make it less promising therapeutically.…
Genes Linked to Cannabis Use Reveal Ties to Mental Health
Summary: Researchers analyzing data from over 130,000 participants have identified specific genes associated with cannabis use and its…
Why Older Fathers Pass on More Harmful Mutations to Their Kids
Summary: Groundbreaking research has revealed that as men age, harmful genetic mutations in sperm not only accumulate but…