Researchers have discovered that a gene called CHRNA3 plays a key role in determining alcohol sensitivity, helping explain why some people tolerate alcohol better than others.

A long-term study found that daily 40Hz light and sound stimulation may help slow cognitive decline in people with late-onset Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers have identified a rare type of brain cell whose overactivity may contribute to schizophrenia-like symptoms, such as cognitive deficits and disrupted sleep.

New research shows that even mild early-life adversity can disrupt development, attachment, and stress regulation in young ...

New research suggests that psychedelic drugs may work by strengthening specific brain connections linked to memory and cognition.

When fruit flies lack essential amino acids, their brains rewire their sense of smell to help them find food rich in the nutrients they need.

Summary: Learning to code doesn’t require new brain systems—it builds on the ones we already use for logic and reasoning. Researchers found that when people learned programming, the same ...

The viral phrase “touch grass” may be more than internet humor—science shows that engaging with nature and music can ...

Older adults who regularly listen to or play music may significantly lower their risk of dementia, according to a study of ...

Summary: A new study reveals that the brain uses two distinct neural pathways to regulate sugar and fat intake. In mice, glucoprivation—a drop in blood sugar levels—activates separate circuits in the ...

Alzheimer’s disease not only damages memory but also distorts the brain’s internal clock, disrupting the daily rhythms of hundreds of genes tied to brain health.

New research reveals that replacing even 30 minutes of sitting with light physical activity—like walking or doing household ...