Twin enzymes, different worlds. Scientists have discovered that MNK1 and MNK2 act as the brain’s specialized switches for memory and social curiosity.
Twin Enzymes Rewire Your Brain for Interaction and Memory Read More »
A new study reveals a p-tau217 “blood clock” that predicts the onset of Alzheimer’s symptoms within three to four years.
Blood Test Can Predict When Alzheimer’s Symptoms Will Start Read More »
One and done? Not for your neurons. Scientists have discovered that a second pregnancy leaves its own unique mark on the brain, specifically tuning it for the chaos of multi-child parenting.
Second Pregnancy Rewires Mom’s Brain for Multi-Child Parenting Read More »
A new study reveals that SF1 neurons in the hypothalamus are required for the body to gain endurance after exercise, acting as a master coordinator for muscle remodeling.
Hypothalamus Signal Build Endurance After Exercise Read More »
A new study finds that the brain learns better from spaced-out, rare events than from constant repetition, challenging 100 years of Pavlovian theory.
Less Experience Leads to Faster Neural Adaptation Read More »
Researchers have developed a high-speed “neuron-on-a-plate” system that successfully mimics the complex electrical rhythms of the developing human brain.
New Human Neuron Networks Decode Developing Brain Rhythms Read More »
Hack your goosebumps. A new brain-music interface uses in-ear sensors to read your emotions and curate a playlist that guarantees peak “musical chills.”
Hacking Musical Chills: Triggering Peak Musical Pleasure Read More »
Language doesn’t limit love. New brain imaging research reveals that bilingual mothers and their children stay perfectly “in sync” even when speaking a second language.
Mother-Child Brainwave Syncing Defeats the Language Barrier Read More »
Is your weight gain pre-programmed? Scientists have discovered a developmental “fate-switch” in the brain that decides if you’ll be driven by hunger or fullness.
Brain’s Developmental Switch May Shape Lifelong Obesity Risk Read More »
A 25-minute “trip” for six months of relief? Researchers have found that the ayahuasca compound DMT provides a rapid, durable shield against depression.
Single DMT Dose Provides Lasting Relief from Depression Read More »
