It's common knowledge that our brains—and, specifically, our brain cells—store memories. But a team of scientists has discovered that cells from other parts of the body also perform a memory function, ...

It sounds like an oxymoron, but we could find the origin of consciousness in our brains using the brains of those who are unconscious.

Our brains have to do a lot of work when we watch a movie. There are plots to follow, dialogue to interpret, visuals to take in, and more. Now, scientists have created a detailed map of how the human ...

Now why would someone throw paint all over a perfectly good human brain? The good news is that this isn’t a paint splattered brain, but the colors are meaningful. This is a functional magnetic ...

Understanding how a healthy brain works can provide insight into how it fails, too. Scientists hope that studying organoids derived from humans with neurodevelopmental disorders — particularly ...

The human brain is a marvel of nature, a labyrinth of neurons and synapses that dictates every aspect of our behavior, thoughts, and feelings. Yet, despite its critical role in our lives, it remains ...

New research suggests that super-agers generate twice as many neurons as typical older adults. But you don't have to be a ...

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How AI is becoming a new social presence that could change human relationships and brain functions by The University of Hong Kong edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors' notes ...