Neuroscience

Scientists find why reducing calories in diet can slow brain aging

Scientists at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging have made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of dietary restriction and its effects on...

Thyroid hormone linked to cognitive decline in older people

Thyrotoxicosis, a condition characterized by excess thyroid hormone in the body, has been associated with an increased risk of cognitive disorders in older adults,...

Soft robotic tool may revolutionize brain surgery

Brain surgery can be an intricate and challenging procedure due to the complex and delicate nature of the brain's vasculature. However, researchers at Johns Hopkins...

Scientists reverse COVID-19’s premature aging effect on the brain

Researchers at the University of Queensland, led by Dr. Julio Aguado from the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), have made a groundbreaking...

Scientists find hidden damage of mild brain injuries

A novel brain imaging method, detailed in a recent publication in Science Translational Medicine, offers a significant breakthrough in diagnosing mild traumatic brain injuries...

Persistent pain is a long-term challenge after traumatic brain injury

A recent study in the Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation sheds light on the enduring nature of chronic pain in individuals with traumatic brain...

Scientists find vascular, brain changes in football players with brain lesions

A recent study published in Neurology reveals a stronger connection between certain brain injury markers and former tackle football players compared to non-players. The research,...

Smoking can shrink the brain, study finds

A new study, published in Biological Psychiatry: Global Open Science, has brought to light a concerning effect of smoking: it causes the brain to...

What we know about cognitive fatigue

In a pioneering study, researchers at Kessler Foundation have embarked on the first comprehensive examination of cognitive fatigue, exploring its impact across different groups. This...

Spatial neglect is a big symptom in brain injuries

Researchers at the Kessler Foundation have uncovered important information about a condition called spatial neglect, which often happens after brain injuries. The study focused on...