Scientists discover that sickle cell disease forces the brain to recruit extra "attention backup" to maintain normal cognitive function.

When myelin breaks down, white matter in the brain deteriorates, a change commonly seen with aging. At the same time, microglia, the brain’s primary immune cells, can shift from protective responders ...

A newly discovered biological chain reaction explains how high levels of a common brain chemical can lead to cellular ...

Researchers have uncovered a surprising molecular chain reaction in the brain that may play a role in some forms of autism.

A wave of recent neuroscience research has identified specific molecular and cellular mechanisms through which alcohol disrupts signaling between brain cells, offering a sharper picture of how ...

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Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that an intensive retreat combining multiple mind-body techniques, including meditation and healing practices, produced rapid and ...

Researchers found three master genes that alter brain development in Down syndrome, offering new clues about learning and memory differences.

When it comes to brain health, it’s less about avocado versus salmon and more about how they work together. Salmon delivers DHA and EPA, which provide structural support for brain cells. Avocados ...

Scientists at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Chicago found that “SuperAgers” generate twice as many new ...