How a brain's anatomical structure relates to its function is one of the most important questions in neuroscience. It ...

For over 100 years, scientists have agreed that discrete collections of brain cells fire off signals to other brain areas through a series of interconnected fibers. In a new study, researchers applied ...

Comparing a map of the neurons in a nematode worm - the connectome - with a map of how signals travel across those neurons ...

New research shows that improving brain function could be as simple as getting up for a little workout. A recent study, ...

It is a common occurrence for some people to lose their keys, forget passwords and phone numbers that they have known for years, or lose their train of thought mid-sentence. It could be the result of ...

Our daily habits have a great impact on how our brain functions and small changes can make a big difference. One surprising and simple tweak that can improve brain health and cognitive function is ...

Movement of any kind is tied to faster cognitive-processing speed, according to a new study. Justin Lambert via Getty Images The maxim “movement is medicine” exists for a reason. When done safely and ...

Between constant demands of work, family obligations and the millions of things on your to-do list, it's easy to feel like you're at or beyond capacity. The result? You may feel fatigued, disconnected ...

Exercise has long been linked with stronger brains and reduced risk of dementia and other cognitive diseases. But new research suggests that older adults can significantly improve brain health with ...

"And studies have shown that both short mental rest and walking can help you consolidate memories. Walking in particular ...

The neurological impact of adolescent football players subjected to head traumas is unclear. While American football might promote teamwork, repeated subconcussive blows can cause neurological ...