Neuroscience

Scientists find neurons in the brain play key role in blood sugar regulation

For a long time, we've thought that hormones like insulin and glucagon, secreted in the pancreas, are the main regulators of blood sugar levels. But...

Scientists develop new tool that counts brain lesions in seconds

Texas! Famous for cowboys, barbecues, and... brain science? You heard that right! The smarty pants at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San...

Scientists find the cause of ‘cancer fog’ in breast cancer survivors

Ever heard of 'cancer fog'? Many breast cancer patients and survivors describe it as a frustrating state where they struggle to think clearly, concentrate,...

Move it to remember it: lifelong leisure activities keep brains bright

Ever had that feeling where you can't remember where you left your keys or forget why you entered a room? We've all been there! But...

The miracle 5-minute break can reduce brain fog

You know that feeling when you've been staring at your computer screen for too long? Everything starts to blur and you can't concentrate anymore. This...

Potential new drug combo for deadly brain cancer on the horizon

In the fight against cancer, researchers constantly strive to discover new treatments. A recent study led by the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), part of...

Traumatic brain injury should be recognized as chronic health problem

Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, happens when a sudden trauma damages the brain. This can occur during a car accident, a fall, or when...

Social isolation linked to worse brain health and cognitive function

A study published in eLife has indicated that social isolation may negatively impact cognitive performance and brain structure, potentially increasing the likelihood of developing...

Musical training may counteract age-related cognitive decline

Long-term musical training may counteract the age-related decline in the ability to understand speech in noisy environments.

Visual illusions come from your eyes, not your brain

Many visual illusions are caused by limits in our eyes and visual neurons rather than by more complex psychological processes.