A growing understanding of how “reproductive” hormones sculpt the brain could transform the management of neurological conditions. Credit...Yuko Shimizu Supported by By Rachel E. Gross ...

A study of long-distance runners shows the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt—by burning its own fat. A marathon taxes more than just muscles—it pushes the brain to its metabolic limits.

Change impacts your brain on a chemical level. “Novelty is a big driver of learning and synaptic change,” says Alison L. Barth, PhD, a professor of life sciences at Carnegie Mellon University.

In a world-first, scientists have figured out how to reprogram cells to fight — and potentially reverse — brain diseases like Alzheimer's. Researchers at the University of California ...

Apr. 11, 2025 — Police officers are more than twice as likely to have traumatic brain injuries compared to the general ... Apr. 9, 2025 — Heavy drinkers who have eight or more alcoholic drinks ...

Genetic Mutations Linked to Toxin Exposure Found in Firefighters' Brain Tumors Mar. 10, 2025 — In a study comparing the glioma tumors of firefighters and non-fighters, researchers found a ...

The findings depict how information is processed in our brain's circuitry, offering insights for neurological disorders and brain-like AI systems. Neurobiologists uncover new rules for learning in ...

To save his life, he underwent immediate emergency surgery to remove part of his skull to reduce the pressure in his brain, the outlet reported. At one point, Comeaux's brain function dropped to 10%.

To better understand these responses and to improve psychological treatments, scientists have spent decades studying the underlying brain mechanisms, with particular focus on a brain region called ...

A retired teacher from Austin, Texas, will run the Boston Marathon on Monday in hopes of raising awareness for brain cancer research. Thirty-three-year-old Montgomery Lax was diagnosed with a rare ...

The most recent instalment of the popular show - which is hosted by Lee Mack - saw 100 new contestants battle it out to go home with the hefty prize fund. The show sees the players get asked a ...

A doctor has shared that a popular snack which is often considered unhealthy, might actually boost your brain and be a big help during study sessions. Dr Neena Chandrasekaran, a pulmonary and ...