Neuroscience

Amazing minds: how our personality shapes our cognitive ability

Scientists found a close link between how we think and our personality, the traits that make us who we are.

Guarding our brains: how tiny immune cells help or harm us

Inside our bodies, there are tiny cells that work like our body's special security guards. But sometimes, they can cause problems and lead to diseases.

A deeper look into our brain’s function: eight genes uncovered

Our brains are quite fascinating. They control how we think, learn, and react to the things around us. But how does the brain work?

Scientists build supercomputers inspired by the human brain: A new era in computing!

Explore the world of spiking neural networks (SNNs), computing systems mimicking human brains. Discover how these systems use light and electricity for faster, efficient processing.

Bright sparks: Boosting brain power with electric currents

New studies suggest that brain stimulation could be the key to boosting mental function.

Simple test may predict cognitive impairment in older people much earlier

Scientists have discovered a simple memory test that may predict the risk of developing cognitive impairment years later.

Long-term use of these drugs could harm memory function

Long-term steroid use can make the steroids less effective at all times of the day, which can cause brain fog.

Researchers find how to predict blood clots in brain tumors

Scientists at Northwestern Medicine have developed a new web-based tool that can help doctors predict the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in brain tumors.

More and more younger adults get subjective cognitive decline, study finds

According to a new study from the DB Consulting Group in Bethesda, subjective cognitive decline (SCD) affects 9.6% of adults aged 45 years and older.

Three or more concussions linked to worse brain function in later life

Scientists found experiencing three or more concussions is linked with worsened brain function in later life.