Widespread Synapse Loss Maps Schizophrenia Brain Connectivity
Brain scans reveal widespread synapse loss in schizophrenia, especially on the left side, offering new insight into the disorder's biology.
Neural Patterns Differ Between Slightly Varied Political Views
fMRI scans show even small differences in political views correspond to distinct brain activity patterns, shedding light on how we process ideology.
Anesthesia Reveals Unexpected Levels of Brain Activity and Consciousness
Study finds significant brain activity persists under general anesthesia, challenging assumptions about unconsciousness and informing medical practice.
Targeting a Tiny Amygdala Circuit Reverses Anxiety in Mice
Correcting activity in a specific amygdala circuit eliminated anxiety behaviors in mice, opening a potential new pathway for anxiety treatment.
Intensive Training Reshapes the Brain to Enable True Multitasking
New research shows intensive training reorganizes brain networks enough to enable genuine multitasking, challenging long-standing limits on attention.
Blocking a Newly Identified Protein Halts Alzheimer’s Damage in Mice
Researchers identify a protein that fuels Alzheimer’s and develop a blocker that stops brain damage in mice, offering a potential new therapeutic path.
The Brain Begins Deciding Before You’re Aware, New Study Shows
New research shows the brain initiates decision-making before we're consciously aware of choosing, reshaping how scientists understand free will.
Why One Gene Makes Bad Sleep a Nightmare for Your Brain
A specific gene links poor sleep to higher Alzheimer's risk, according to new research — plus simple sleep habits that may help protect your brain.
Mini Brains in a Dish: The Future of Alzheimer’s Drug Testing
Scientists are using lab-grown 'mini brains' to predict which Alzheimer's treatments work best, paving the way for more personalized medicine.
How the Mediterranean Diet Powers Tiny Brain‑Protecting Proteins
The Mediterranean diet triggers tiny brain-protecting proteins tied to mitochondrial health — here's the science and practical ways to eat for it.
Binge‑Watching Could Be Shrinking Your Brain: The Midlife TV Effect
Heavy TV watching in midlife is linked to brain shrinkage; discover which regions are affected, safe screen-time limits, and brain-friendly habits to adopt now.
Your Brain’s Age: How AI Can Spot Early Signs of Decline
AI analysis of sleep EEG patterns can detect accelerated brain aging, offering an early warning sign for dementia and steps to help protect your brain.
Unlocking the Secret to Parkinson's Treatment: The Hidden Brain Rhythm
Researchers identify a specific brain rhythm that could make Parkinson's treatment more precise, offering hope for better long-term symptom control.
The Surprising Way Stress Could Actually Help Your Brain Heal
A stress hormone once blamed for brain damage may actually aid recovery after injury, challenging long-held views on stress and brain health.
How Sports Fandom Affects Your Brain and Body
Watching live sports synchronizes fans' heart rates and releases oxytocin, research shows — the neuroscience behind why fandom feels so personal.
Lost in Stress: How Anxiety Affects Our Brain's Navigation System
New research shows chronic stress and anxiety impair the brain's internal GPS, explaining why anxious people can feel disoriented in familiar places.