neuroscience
Non-partisans are real, and their lack of partisanship has a cognitive element.
New research conducted on the brains of mice suggest it may be possible to “switch off” particular food cravings.
You’re always in control of your breath.
Are there innate differences between female and male brains?
A new Harvard study finds that the language you use affects patient outcome.
SEAL training is the ultimate test of both mental and physical strength.
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Preliminary studies on mice show positive results.
Reaching beyond the stereotypes of meditation and embracing the science of mindfulness.
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The multifaceted cerebellum is large — it’s just tightly folded.
A new study on brain differences between sexes sparks a persistent question.
Never has the bar to entry been so low and the recognized benefits so high.
The 2020 study successfully removed memories associated with morphine from the brains of mice with very promising results.
fMRI scans show each new thing you think of as a “thought worm.”
How a study on worms pointed the way towards a treatment for dementia.
A new study lays out the case for the damaging effects of stress on orcas living in tanks.
Human brains evolved for creativity. We just have to learn how to access it.
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Unraveling the mysteries of adult neurogenesis may have clinical applications.
Living like a genius and finding ways to “optimize” sleep is not necessarily good for your health. Here’s why.
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Three scientists examine three dimensions of psychopathy: neurological, social, and criminal.
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A specialized MRI sensor reveals the neurotransmitter’s influence on neural activity throughout the brain.
A groundbreaking Stanford University study explains the areas of the brain that are impacted by hypnosis.
A joint study by two England universities explores the link between sex and cognitive function with some surprising differences in male and female outcomes in old age.
The distracting nature of modern media is having a terrible effect on what we learn.
Using magnetic nanoparticles, scientists stimulate the adrenal gland in rodents to control release of hormones linked to stress.
This is one of countless studies that prove the positive impact of social connection and intimacy while highlighting the negative impact of isolation and separation.
A new study at UPenn found that effective learning includes mistakes—just not too many.
Brain-computer interfaces give scientists their closest look so far at what the human brain does while we’re asleep.
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen might have discovered a cure.
Your morning coffee is good for you – if you drink it at the right time.
A new study finds evidence of an important neural speech pathway in macaques.