Brains of ‘super agers’ are still strong producers of new neurons
Adults whose brains still have strong neuron production seem to have better memory and cognitive function than do…
Blood test holds promise for predicting when Alzheimer’s symptoms will start
Abnormal tau proteins can form tangled fibres that accumulate in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s (slice at…
How ‘skull drains’ keep the brain safe from damage and pathogens
Large veins called the venous sinuses help to drain fluid from the brain and skull.Credit: Zephyr/Science Photo Library…
A CT man with a life-altering disease is first in clinical trial
A Connecticut resident was diagnosed with a life-altering disease almost a year ago and while waiting to be…
Brain differences between sexes get more pronounced from puberty
Credit: Cavan Images/Getty Some sex differences in brain-connectivity patterns become more pronounced with age, according to new research.…
Can consciousness ever be understood — this side of death?
A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness Michael Pollan Penguin (2026) Humans and other animals have subjective inner…
The No. 1 Unexpected Symptom Of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is a horrible disease that has uniquely devastating effects on the people who have it and their…
Brain game may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s and other dementias
A certain type of brain training appears to prevent or delay dementia by some 25% in people older…
Gurugram neurologist reveals why no single ‘magic fruit’ can protect your heart; shares what you should really do
Keeping your heart healthy is more important than ever, especially with today’s fast-paced lifestyle and rising stress levels.…
Exercise rewires the brain — boosting the body’s endurance
Certain neurons in mice become more easily activated after multiple exercise sessions, a study has found.Credit: Dr Gopal…