Cambridge researchers have revealed a detailed picture of how the human brain grows from mid-pregnancy through the first ...

Swedish researchers discover a blood test that can detect Parkinson's disease up to 20 years before symptoms appear, offering ...

Modern neuroscience understands the brain as a set of specialized systems. Aspects of brain function such as attention, ...

Fear has a scent. Here’s how this invisible chemical signal has shaped human perceptions, emotions and survival instincts.

A new study has identified the brain connectivity patterns that lead to cognitive difficulties in patients with schizophrenia, suggesting potential targets for therapeutic intervention in early ...

Humans perceive and navigate the world around us with the help of our five senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell. And while scientists have long known that these different senses activate ...

For decades, scientists have searched for a safe way to reach deep parts of the human brain without cutting into the skull.

Exercise strengthens both the body and the mind, and researchers are uncovering the molecular messengers that make the connection. The messengers can also be transferred from an active mouse to a ...

At 62, Phyllis Jones felt trapped in darkness. She was traumatized by her mother’s recent death, ongoing pandemic stress and an increasingly toxic work environment. A sudden panic attack led to a ...

About 12M long COVID patients have reported 'brain fog' New study examined 17 people, including 10 with neurological symptoms Findings validate the experiences of 'long-haulers' About 12M long COVID ...

Stressful study sessions help us pass exams, but curiosity promotes long-term understanding and information retention. In A ...