In the first study, a research team from the University of Toronto and the Chinese Academy of Sciences used MRIs to scan the ...

Inflammation in the brain is usually seen as harmful in the aging process—it's thought to contribute to Alzheimer's and ...

A type of brain cell that plays a vital role in maintaining neural networks and repairing injuries lies at the core of a ...

That the human mind treads a delicate line between order and disorder is a radical idea that’s gaining traction - and is changing our understanding of intelligence, consciousness and creativity ...

Experts say the more we challenge our brains as we age, the more resilient it becomes—and “learning a new instrument is a ...

Overworking physically alters brain regions responsible for executive functions and emotional stability, according to a new study, with potential long-term impact. Experts weighed in.

“Being cognitively active throughout one’s life can have a protective role” in brain health, Fesharaki-Zadeh continued. This ...

Artificial sweeteners may not be the harmless alternatives to sugar that many assume, particularly when it comes to brain ...

High blood sugar impacts brain health in both the short and long term. Learn why healthy blood sugar is key to healthy brain function and what symptoms to watch for.

In the final step, the contestant is asked whether they want to change their mind and select the remaining option A or stick with their original choice, B.     Dubbed the Monty Hall problem after an ...

A leaky blood-brain barrier can cause neuropsychiatric disorders, according to a new study from researchers at the University ...