Eye change reveals if someone's focused, scientists say
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington found that our pupils dilate when we're concentrating.
Gut microbiome linked to Alzheimer's disease, scientists say
The findings could lead to the development of new therapeutic interventions or drugs to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Neuroscientists reveal link between your brain and what you eat
Research reveals a connection between BMI and the brain states necessary to achieve a goal, such as eating healthy foods.
Humans aren't innately selfish, brain scans reveal
Research suggests that when we make a decision that takes into account other people's preferences, we feel a sense of reward or pleasure.
Neuroscientists discover that spinal cords can make their own memories
The discovery opens up new avenues for treating patients in recovery from spinal cord injuries.
Stool transplant could help treat Parkinson's disease
The research team described the results as "really encouraging."
Study reveals how obesity could accelerate aging in the brain
The findings also hint at a potential treatment to reverse cognitive decline in those with obesity.
I was internally decapitated. That was just the beginning
Before my injury, I was a paramedic. I always wondered how I survived when so many others experience "instant death".
Scientists identify the three main risk factors for brain aging
The research opens the door to potential prevention strategies for dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Dementia risk may fall as younger generations have larger brains
Over a 40 year period, brain surface area increased by nearly 15 percent on average.
Scientists reveal common household chemicals that are brain health risk
Children are particularly vulnerable to these chemicals, the researchers warned.
Scientists find brain cells that may help curb hunger and control weight
Researchers hope that the findings could lead to the development of new obesity medications with fewer unwanted side effects.
Keto diet may delay memory decline in Alzheimer's disease
The molecule beta-hydroxybutyrate was found to prevent cognitive impairment in mice, which may have implications for preventing memory loss in humans.
"Understudied" middle age brain changes could predict dementia risk
Emerging evidence indicates how the midlife process can be vital in shaping future cognitive decline.
Neuroscience study reveals why we get distracted
The findings challenge preconceived notions about attention and brain complexity.
Neuroscientists say new brain map could help tackle disorders
The research offers hope to millions of patients suffering with Parkinson's disease, OCD, dystonia and Tourette's syndrome.
Bullying may leave teens at greater risk of psychosis
This is the first time a study has assessed the link between teenagers, bullying and a chemical agent in the brain that triggers psychosis.
Neuroscientist reveals the brain training exercises she does daily
"It is never too soon—or too late—to take charge of our brain's health and fitness," Sandra Bond Chapman told Newsweek.
Playing a musical instrument keeps your brain in tune as you age
"Being musical could be a way of harnessing the brain's agility and resilience, known as cognitive reserve," researcher Anne Corbett said.
Neuroscientists reveal trick to help you study
Switching from typing notes on a keyboard, to writing them with a pen, proved to drastically improve memory and recall among students.
Neuroscientists reveal weird vision problems as early Alzheimer's symptom
The symptom was more reliable at predicting Alzheimer's disease than memory loss.
Scientists may have found why older people "prefer to dress in bold colors"
"Our findings might also help explain why our color preferences may alter as we age," a neuroscientist said.
Scientists warn 1-in-3 kids with meningitis suffer permanent brain damage
Bacterial meningitis affects roughly 3,000 people every year in the U.S., many of whom are children.
Scientists reveal why marijuana gives you the munchies
Research has detailed how marijuana triggers hunger neurons in the brain and how this could help treat appetite disorders.
Alzheimer's breakthrough as five new subgroups identified
The discovery paves the way toward more personalized treatments for Alzheimer's patients.
Neuroscientists find the "chemical imprint" that keeps love alive
The discovery sheds a light on the brain's built-in mechanism to protect us from endless unrequited love.
Scientists identify brain region that controls how deeply you fall in love
This neurological network controls roughly 9 percent of the variance in intensity of romantic love, scientists say.
Neuroscientists find way to make people more hypnotizable
"We finally cracked the code on how to do it," the Stanford researchers said.
Poor sleep in your 30s linked to memory and thinking problems in later life
Experts hope that their findings could prevent or delay up to 30 percent of Alzheimer's cases.
Neuroscientist shares brain training exercises he does every day
World Memory Champion Boris Konrad shares his secrets to a better memory.