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This electronic tattoo could monitor brain strain and keep workers sharp and safe

A team of researchers has developed a high-tech “electronic tattoo” that sticks to the forehead and tracks mental strain in real time—offering a game-changing...

Popular sweetener in food may harm brain blood vessels, study finds

A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder has raised concerns about erythritol, a popular low-calorie sweetener often found in sugar-free foods and...

Research discovers new cause of cognitive decline in older people

Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made an exciting discovery that could explain why our memory and learning abilities often...

This common sweetener may cause brain disease, research shows

A sweetener often promoted as a healthy alternative to sugar may not be as safe as it seems. New research presented at the 2025 American...

When reality fails: What to know about psychosis

Hearing voices. Seeing imaginary people and animals. Feeling paranoid. Thinking others can hear their thoughts. A teen or young adult experiencing these sensations might get...

Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people

Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...

How your brain tells imagination from reality—and what happens when it doesn’t

Have you ever imagined something so clearly that it felt real? A new study from researchers at University College London (UCL) has uncovered how the...

How the brain reacts when things don’t go as expected—and why it matters

Imagine walking through a park, hearing the crunch of leaves with each step. Now picture taking another step—but there's no sound. Your brain immediately notices...

Study shows how short- and long-term sleep loss affect the brain

Sleep problems affect a large part of the population, from tired teens staying up too late on their phones to older adults struggling with...

Popular sugar substitute may harm heart and brain health

Erythritol, a sugar substitute often found in "sugar-free" or "healthy" foods and drinks, may not be as safe as many people think. According to new...