Neuroscience

Men more than three times as likely to die from a brain injury, study...

A recent analysis of U.S. mortality data has revealed the stark disparities in traumatic brain injury (TBI)-related deaths across different population groups. The study, published...

Memory problems may be linked to blood vessel dysfunction in the brain

A recent study led by researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) has uncovered a connection between mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dysfunction...

How to improve sleep and brain function in older adults

Scientists from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China have found that combining a brain-stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with...

How music can improve cognitive function in ADHD

If you’ve ever popped in your AirPods to focus in a noisy office, you’re not alone. Almost 80% of adults listen to music while working,...

How eyes reveal the brain’s memory-making secrets

Cornell University researchers have uncovered a surprising link between pupil dynamics and the brain’s process of creating and storing long-lasting memories. By studying mice, they...

Epilepsy is linked to poor brain health, study finds

A recent study has revealed that epilepsy significantly affects brain health, including thinking, movement, and mental well-being. The findings, published on December 31 in the Journal...

How “good” cholesterol protects the brain in middle age

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have uncovered a new role for high-density lipoprotein (HDL), often called "good" cholesterol, in protecting brain health during...

Can exercise keep your brain healthier?

We’ve all heard that exercise is good for us. Experts recommend getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. This can include...

Scientists map aging in brain cells, revealing potential for new therapies

Scientists at the Allen Institute have made groundbreaking discoveries about how the brain changes as it ages. By studying mice, they identified specific brain cell...

ADHD can be diagnosed by looking at brainwaves – here’s the neuroscience behind it

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) do not have a behavioural disorder, nor are they lazy, or lacking in manners and boundaries. Their brains...