University of Utah Health scientists have discovered a key role of microglia, a minor brain…
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The brain is the central organ of the human nervous system, responsible for thought, emotion, memory, movement, and perception. Composed of billions of neurons and glial cells, it processes vast amounts of sensory information and coordinates every function of the body—from heartbeat regulation to complex reasoning and creativity. Neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive science explore how the brain’s structures—such as the cortex, cerebellum, and limbic system—interact to generate consciousness and behavior. Ongoing research into brain plasticity, neural networks, and disorders like Alzheimer’s, depression, and epilepsy continues to deepen our understanding of this remarkable organ that defines human experience and intelligence.
New findings from a long-term diet trial show a positive effect on brain health. Switching…
In healthy older adults, neither exercise nor mindfulness led to measurable improvements after 6 months…
Researchers also report first direct evidence supporting main theory for how human memory is consolidated…
Researchers have engineered a novel assay that can identify specific neurodegenerative disorders by detecting irregular…
Research by Johns Hopkins Medicine, published in JAMA Neurology, shows a link between heart attacks…
A recent study has found an association between severe sleep apnea and reduced brain volume…
A study identified sex-specific genetic links to depression, with 11 regions associated in women and…
Recent Research Sheds Light on How the Brain Processes and Interprets Dynamic Environmental Signals New…
A Mediterranean ketogenic diet shows potential for reducing Alzheimer’s risk by modulating gut microbiome and…
Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a method to induce a torpor-like…
Research Shows Dopamine Is Key to How People Perceive Physical Effort A new study led…
Low Bone Density Correlates With a Higher Risk of Dementia, Suggesting It Could Serve as…
The identification of separate neural pathways governing itch-scratch responses and chronic itch conditions in mice…
A study finds that dual-task walking performance begins to decline at age 55, likely due…
New research on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) identifies an abnormality in the serotonin 2A/C…
Electrophysiological recordings reveal neural activity in the ACC correlates with depression severity, aiding future tailored…
Faulty versions of the Foxp2 gene disrupt neurons’ ability to form synapses in brain regions…