Scientists at the University of Rochester, in the U.S., have found that eye blinking does more than simply wet the eyes—it also helps to keep vision sharp by maintaining the strength of visual signals. A new study investigates the brain’s mechanisms behind deep focus. The research employs fMRI to explore low-frequency fluctuations in brain networks ..read more

This video explores the essence of creative flow, challenging existing theories and offering new insights into how we can harness our brain’s potential for effortless and enjoyable productivity ..read more

Scientists have been working on neural speech prostheses, special devices that can help people who have trouble speaking by translating brain activity into speech. New research findings provide a novel understanding of how the human brain regulates emotions, distinguishing between emotion generation and regulation. By analyzing fMRI studies, researchers identified specific brain regions, including areas ..read more

In a new study published in Nature Communications, researchers investigated the genetic and modifiable influences on fragile brain regions by looking at the brain scans of 40,000 UK Biobank participants aged over 45. Scientists have shown for the first time that a type of thinking that has been described for over a century as a developmental ..read more

Researchers have discovered that symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are tied to atypical interactions between the brain’s frontal cortex and information-processing centers deep in the brain. A new study has identified a genetic mutation underlying a rare form of epilepsy and reveals novel molecular and cellular mechanisms by which the disorder manifests in patients. For ..read more

How does the brain respond to sentence structure as we speak and listen? In a neuroimaging study published in PNAS, researchers investigated sentence processing during spontaneous speech for the first time. A research team has achieved a breakthrough in stem cell research, offering tools that can be used for patients who require highly personalized care. Researchers demonstrated promising ..read more

The brain is a complex organ responsible for regulating various bodily functions, including movement, sensation, cognition, and emotion. It is divided into different regions, each with its own specific functions and structures. Over the years, scientists have named these parts of the brain based on their location, shape, or function. By understanding the names of ..read more

A new model for understanding the brain paves the way for more accurate diagnoses and treatments. For people with drug-resistant epilepsy, having a dog companion trained in detecting seizures and other epilepsy-related tasks may reduce the amount of seizures they have, according to new research published in Neurology.  New research shows that continued cocaine use disrupts ..read more

New research shows how physical pressure on cells can reduce pain signals, while excessive cholesterol clumps in cell membranes can interfere with that process. Researchers have advanced our understanding of the neuronal basis of spatial memory. Their research reveals that during spatial memory tasks, different types of nerve cells activate in unison, coordinated by brain ..read more

Researchers have developed a precise map of what is happening in the cerebral cortex when someone hears a melody. Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a rare lipid as a crucial factor in ferroptosis, a unique form of cell death. The findings provide new detail on how cells die during ferroptosis and could improve understanding of how ..read more