Why your biological age may predict cognitive decline better than birthdays
A new study from psychologists at the University of Virginia has found that biological aging, measured through “epigenetic clocks,” may predict who experiences memory...
New ultrasound helmet can safely reach deep brain areas without surgery
A new ultrasound device that can reach deep areas of the brain without surgery has been developed by researchers from University College London (UCL)...
Why weight changes in older adults may speed up memory decline
As people get older, it’s natural for their memory and thinking skills to slowly decline.
But new research from Penn State suggests that weight loss...
How light affects your brain: A scientist’s story and breakthroughs
Dr. Randy J. Nelson is one of the world’s top experts on how our body clocks, called circadian rhythms, affect our brain and health.
In...
How changes in brain blood flow could transform Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment
More than seven million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating condition that gradually erodes memory and thinking ability.
Scientists know that the...
How the brain’s immune system may fuel drug relapse—and how to stop it
One of the hardest challenges for people recovering from addiction is avoiding relapse.
Even after long periods of abstinence, the brain’s wiring often pulls people...
Scientists discover a new ‘sixth sense’ that connects gut microbes to the brain
For years, scientists have known that the gut and brain communicate, but much of that conversation was thought to happen slowly, through hormones or...
Music therapy shows promise for dementia patients
A new study suggests that music therapy could help improve care for people with dementia in NHS hospitals.
The treatment, called MELODIC, was tested on...
How letting your mind wander can reset your brain
Every day, we're faced with constant opportunities for stimulation.
With 24/7 access to news feeds, emails and social media, many of us find ourselves scrolling...
Now night light may damage your brain, mood, and metabolism
Dr. Randy J. Nelson is not your typical scientist.
Before he became one of the world’s leading experts on circadian rhythms — the body’s natural...