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Brain development does not end at 25 but continues into the early 30s as neural networks become more efficient and ...

Cognitive decline is natural: it starts to subtly set in by our 40s, and by your mid-50s it’s perfectly normal to find ...

A new study showcases how brain waves known as alpha oscillations help us distinguish between ourselves and the outside world ...

The world’s most powerful supercomputers can now run simulations of billions of neurons, and researchers hope such models ...

Your brain is your most powerful asset, but modern life isn't always designed to protect it. In fact, many seemingly harmless daily habits can slowly chip away at cognitive performance, memory, and ...

A pioneering study provides new evidence that gut microbes vary across primate species and can shape physiology in ways ...

Dr. Wagle says that artificial fats can get incorporated into brain cell membranes, changing their structure and making it ...

An often-ignored type of cell in the brain plays a dynamic and surprisingly complex role in our ability to process information, according to new research. An often-ignored type of cell in the brain ...

The first few hours after waking up helps build momentum for the rest of the day, offering a sense of purpose and structure ...

Microplastics have been found in our lungs, guts, and even our blood. Now, researchers say they may reduce protective enzymes and proteins that keep neurons strong. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning ...