By transplanting gut microbes from humans, squirrel monkeys and macaques into germ-free mice, scientists reveal that ...

Northwestern University research has provided direct experimental evidence that gut microbes influence brain function and ...

Researchers in Japan built a miniature human brain circuit using fused stem-cell–derived organoids, allowing them to watch ...

The microorganisms in our gastrointestinal tract-the gut microbiome, can exert a profound influence on the human body, and ...

Obtaining clearer functional MRI data about the brain and its disorders is possible using artificial intelligence, according ...

Scientists have shown that brain connectivity patterns can predict mental functions across the entire brain. Each region has a unique “connectivity fingerprint” tied to its role in cognition, from ...

Scientists have long suspected that the trillions of microbes in our intestines do more than digest lunch, but new work goes ...

Even mild dehydration can affect the brain, causing cells to shrink and mental performance to decline. Research shows that ...

Think back through your day and consider all the amazing tasks your brain has helped you perform. From brushing your teeth to eating your lunch and reading the words on this page, your thoughts, ...

The first few hours after waking up helps build momentum for the rest of the day, offering a sense of purpose and structure before the demanding daily life tasks.