Low-dose aspirin linked to 70% lower dementia risk, but there’s a catch
A new analysis from Monash University suggests that low-dose aspirin may be linked to a dramatically lower risk of dementia in older ad...
Glioblastoma breakthrough reveals how brain cancer cells become more aggressive
Glioblastoma is among the most lethal forms of brain cancer, and scientists have uncovered a surprising factor that may help its cells ...
Scientists discover a hidden messaging system deep inside the brain
Deep within the brainstem is a tiny group of nerve cells that plays an outsized role in how the brain functions. This region, called th...
Scientists discover a surprising double benefit of exercise for Parkinson’s
People with Parkinson's disease who are more physically active may experience slower declines in memory, thinking, and movement, accord...
Breakthrough PTSD treatment achieves 68% remission rate in clinical trial
A new approach to treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has received FDA clearance, offering a personalized alternative for pe...
Privileged representational axes in biological and artificial neural networks
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Scientists discover a surprising secret behind the human brain’s wrinkles
Most primates have relatively large brains covered in distinctive folds and grooves. However, common marmosets (Callithrix jacchus) are...
Millions take fish oil for brain health. A two-year study found no benefit
Millions of Americans take fish oil supplements in hopes of protecting their memory and keeping their brains healthy as they age. These...
Scientists find a way to fight Alzheimer’s brain damage without removing toxic tau
Protecting brain cells from destruction remains one of the biggest challenges in treating Alzheimer's disease and related neurodegenera...
Your aging brain may be trading memory for something more valuable
Growing older is often associated with memory loss and declining mental abilities. However, scientists are questioning whether these ch...