Scientists have discovered that neural stem cells (NSCs) receive constant feedback from their daughter cells, influencing whether they remain dormant or activate to form new neurons and glia.

New research reveals that brain cells use a muscle-like signaling mechanism to relay information over long distances.

People diagnosed with dementia have up to 10 times more microplastics present in their brains than those without the condition, a new study has found.

A MUM was given just a week to live after doctors found a tumour that had been silently lurking in her brain for more than a ...

"One creepy fact I wish I never learned is that there's a rare disorder called Cotard's Syndrome, aka Walking Corpse Syndrome ...

Recent studies have shown that both the quality and the amount of sleep we get may influence our risk of developing Alzheimer ...

Emerging research evidence suggests that stimulant medications are neuroprotective in the developing brains of kids and teens with ADHD. Stimulants appear to preserve brain structure and volume in ...

Although no single food can improve mental sharpness, focus, and memory, some research shows that a nutrient-rich diet with plenty of omega-3 fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals is important ...

You eat an olive and patiently listen to your date tell you about his job at a bank. Your brain is processing this scene, in part, by breaking it down into concepts. Bar. Date. Martini. Olive. Bank.

When a child develops a brain tumor, early diagnosis is essential. Alan Cohen, M.D., director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, shares the most common signs and symptoms ...

A man with paralysis who had electrodes implanted in his brain can pilot a virtual drone through an obstacle course simply by imagining moving his fingers. His brain signals are interpreted by an ...

This pose improves focus and balance, which are key for better retention. How to do it: Stand straight with your feet together. Slowly lift one foot and place it on the inner thigh of your other leg.