At Home Saliva Test Detects Hidden Stress, Depression Risks
Summary: Researchers have developed a portable “lab-on-a-chip” device that measures cortisol levels from saliva, offering an objective and…
Bigger Brains and Strong Immunity Linked to Longer Lifespans
Summary: New research reveals that mammals with larger brains and more robust immune systems tend to live longer…
HIV Drugs Linked to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Summary: New research shows that HIV drugs called NRTIs may significantly reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.…
How Brain Signals Shape Its Protective Waste Disposal Network
Summary: The brain’s meningeal lymphatic system plays a key role in clearing waste and transporting immune cells, but…
Legal Cannabis Linked to Less Problematic Use, Better Mental Health
Summary: The Weed Care study in Switzerland is investigating how legal access to cannabis affects users’ consumption and…
How Learning Reshapes Your Brain’s Connections
Summary: New research reveals that learning doesn’t just alter brain activity — it physically rewires the connections between…
Knowing Alzheimer’s Risk Lowers Anxiety, But Motivation Fades
Summary: A new study shows that learning about amyloid beta buildup — a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease…
New Micropipette Precisely Controls Brain Ion Signals Without Disruption
Summary: Researchers have developed a micropipette capable of delivering ions directly to individual neurons without disturbing the delicate…
Sleep Apnea May Harm Brain Areas Key to Memory
Summary: A new study has linked obstructive sleep apnea to brain damage in areas critical for memory, likely…
Dopamine’s Hidden Role in Anxiety Revealed
Summary: Dopamine receptors in the ventral hippocampus play a critical role in balancing approach and avoidance behaviors, expanding…