Anti-Anxiety Drugs Increase Risk of Cognitive Decline Later in Life by Damaging Brain Cells

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.01.2022 08:05 AM

Researchers discovered how anti-anxiety drugs could increase the risk of dementia and opens the door to developing new medications that do not cause brain damage. Read the article to learn more.

Neurocognition Associated With Handgrip Strength; Reduced HGS Could Mean Higher Dementia Risk Among Older Adults

06.28.2022 23:51 PM

The new research adds to evidence that handgrip strength is correlated to one's neurocognition. Read the article to learn more.

Evidence of Learning and Memory in Human Brain During Sleep Observed for the First Time

06.27.2022 09:00 AM

Scientists saw how memory and learning work during sleep for the first time. Read more about how our brains replay information as we sleep and what the findings mean to the future of solutions for neurological problems.

Octopus Intelligent Brains Has Same Set of Transposable Element in Humans

06.26.2022 02:05 AM

An international team of experts discovered the shared existence of a group of genes in the brains of humans and two octopus species. Read more about the genomes they identified and how it relates to the independent evolution of the species.

Inhaling Air Pollution Harms Your Brain Directly, Here's How

06.23.2022 11:20 AM

A new study confirms that air pollutants we inhale could directly infiltrate our brain. Read more about how the particles travel to the central nervous system and the negative health effects people could get from this problem.

Parents Who Have Three or More Kids Might Incur Cognitive Decline Later in Life, Here's Why

06.20.2022 09:30 AM

Experts found possible causes that could trigger a late-life cognitive decline in parents who have more than two kids. Read more about these factors and how they hurt the minds of parents as they age.

Social Isolation Associated With Cognition and Brain Structure

06.20.2022 08:00 AM

Research reveals that social isolation is linked to the structure of the brain, as well as cognition. How is the association possible? Read to discover more.

Method of Loci: Ancient Mnemonic Technique Used by Greeks and Romans Effectively Double Brain's Memory Storage Skills

06.19.2022 23:16 PM

Ancient Greeks and Romans developed a mnemonic strategy for improving the brain's memory called the "method of loci." Check out this ancient strategy to improve your memory storage skills.

3D-Printed Bones Reconstructs Face of California Man Who Fell 30-Feet Chin First

06.08.2022 10:00 AM

A 24-year-old man from California fell on his chin from his balcony but incurred no damage to his brain and skull. Read more about this bizarre case and how the patient managed to recover from the horrific accident.

How Far Are AI From Thinking and Learning Like Humans Do?

06.07.2022 05:40 AM

Here is the score between the learning and thinking abilities between artificial intelligence and our minds. Read more about the comparison between the capabilities of AI programs and the human brain.

66-Year-Old Man Developed Transient Global Amnesia After Getting Intimate With His Wife

05.27.2022 23:02 PM

A man was sent to the emergency room when he suddenly developed a transient global amnesia 10 minutes after making love with his wife. Read on to know the details.

Taking Serine Supplements Increases Risk for Developing Alzheimer's Disease, Study Claims

05.25.2022 07:30 AM

Scientists advise people who are taking nootropics with L-serine and D-serine as brain boosters to exercise caution after finding a biomarker for Alzheimer's. Read on to learn more.

Why Do You Need to Shed a Tear Even if You Don't Feel Crying Or Sad?

05.23.2022 06:13 AM

People usually shed some tears because they are very sad or in pain, but you need tears regardless of how you feel. Continue reading to know the importance of tears.

First-Ever Evidence of Brain Injury in Ramming Animals Confirmed

05.18.2022 09:40 AM

Experts from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai recently confirmed the first-ever evidence of brain traumatic injuries in ramming animals. Learn more about the impacts of intense headbutts and how it relates to brain damages in humans.

Toxoplasmosis: Humans Infected With Brain-Hijacking Toxoplasma Gondii Parasites More Attractive and Look Healthier

05.18.2022 06:31 AM

Toxoplasma gondii parasites may have caused changes in phenotypic characteristics to make those infected more attractive. Read on to know more about toxoplasmosis.

Eating These Foods Cause Fatigue and Stress to Brain, Study Says

05.15.2022 03:59 AM

Many people are not aware of the effects of food choices on brain health. Read on to know about the foods that could damage our brain and disrupt its functions.

Mazes & Brain Games Experience Opens May 20 at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science

05.12.2022 14:49 PM

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science special exhibits gallery explodes with maze experiences that propel you down paths of mystifying illusions and brain teasing puzzles in the "Mazes & Brain Games" experience, which opens May 20.

Breakthrough Researh Identifies How and Why Babies Die From Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

05.11.2022 06:42 AM

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is every parent's nightmare. A new study provides new light about SIDS, read on to know the details.

Experts Located the Neurons Behind 'Performance Monitoring'

05.09.2022 12:00 PM

A new study on brain activities reveals that this particular area is responsible for evaluating decisions we make. Learn more about 'performance monitoring' and the functions of the medial frontal cortex.

Long-Term Space Missions Warps Astronauts’ Brain, Is This a Major Risk for Future Space Travelers?

05.08.2022 01:26 AM

Researchers saw little but distinct changes in the brain of astronauts who were deployed to long-term space missions. Learn more about the phenomenon and how it impacts the health of astronauts.

Brain Implant Reverses Symptoms of Patient With Incurable Parkinson's Disease, Medical Trial Reveals

04.28.2022 03:07 AM

A revolutionary brain implant can reverse the symptoms of incurable Parkinson's disease. Read this article to know how it works and improves the life quality of the patients.