Air pollution was significantly associated with an increased risk of hospital admissions for several neurological…
Browsing: Neuroscience
Neuroscience is the multidisciplinary study of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system—exploring how billions of neurons interact to produce thoughts, emotions, memories, and behaviors. It bridges biology, psychology, physics, and computer science to uncover the mechanisms behind cognition, perception, and consciousness. From mapping brain circuits to understanding neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, neuroscience seeks to explain how neural activity gives rise to mind and behavior. Advances in neuroimaging, genetics, and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing this field, leading to breakthroughs in mental health, brain–computer interfaces, and the treatment of neurological disorders.
Our brains can’t always reliably evaluate experiences that unfold over time We tend to give…
A new approach called integrated neurophotonics could allow researchers to track the activity of all…
It’s one of the world’s deadliest animals, and it has a taste for human blood:…
Dopamine, serotonin involved in sub-second perception, cognition. In first-of-their-kind observations in the human brain, an…
Modifications to chromosomes in “engram” neurons control the encoding and retrieval of memories. When the…
Writing by hand creates much more activity in the sensorimotor parts of the brain, researchers…
Injuries to peripheral nerves — tissues that transmit bioelectrical signals from the brain to the…
Scientists discover striking similarities and differences in how dog and human brains process visual information…
Some birds can perform amazing cognitive feats – even though their forebrains seem to just…
“Area 32” balances activity from cognitive and emotional brain areas in primates. Navigating through life…
Is the world prepared for a wave of neurological consequences that may be on its…
Could over-the-counter “smart drugs” pose health risks? Supplements that claim to improve mental focus and…
Randomized, controlled trial shows weighted blankets can decrease insomnia severity — are safe and effective.…
Contrary to previous theories, fear and anxiety reflect shared neural building blocks. Fear and anxiety…
By monitoring brain function, computers can be made to imagine what a person is thinking…
Hard skulls help protect our brains from physical injuries. In addition to a tough outer…
Breakthrough in gene editing should allow scientists to answer key questions in biology. A team…