Brain
Smoking cannabis at an older age? A study shows it may actually help the brain
A new study looked for the first time at how cumulative cannabis use is associated with changes in brain structure and cognitive performance in older age – and the result is encouraging.
Nature paper ties SuperAgers to elevated hippocampal neurogenesis
A new study found: “Pink noise” may disrupt your sleep quality
Dr. Ya’akov Chernes on memory, trauma, and the brain’s role in shaping experiences - interview
3 types of activities that strengthen the brain more than any other sport
A large-scale study involving over 258,000 participants reveals that three specific types of physical activity improve memory, attention, and cognitive function more than any other form of exercise.
China conducts first human trial of brain implant – patient controls Mario Kart
The world's smallest and most flexible BCI implant, developed in China, enables patient to play computer games through thought alone.
A-ha's Morten Harket announces Parkinson's diagnosis and successful surgeries
"Many of his physical symptoms practically disappeared" after deep brain stimulation surgery.
Billy Joel 'committed to making a full recovery' after brain disorder diagnosis, daughter says
Billy Joel said on Friday that he is canceling all his scheduled concerts after he was recently diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Long working hours linked to structural brain changes
Study reveals significant gray matter volume increases in key brain regions among overworked individuals.
Brad Smith becomes first non-verbal ALS patient to narrate video using Neuralink brain chip
Smith's synthetic voice was created by analyzing old recordings made before his illness, allowing him to regain a voice for his thoughts and communicate in a voice similar to his own.
Technion Institute of Technology uncovers dopamine’s role in learning new motor skills
Researchers found that the local release of dopamine – a molecule best known for its role in the brain’s reward system – is a key factor in acquiring new motor skills.
Researchers identify 64 genes influencing brain aging and potential treatments
13 existing drugs and supplements could be repurposed to slow brain aging.
Exercise as effective as antidepressants in treating depression, says Professor Scott Lear
Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki explains how exercise immediately impacts the brain by boosting mood-enhancing neurotransmitters.
Israeli scientists decode how dogs smell using lasers and AI
Journal of Biophotonics: Sensing Dog Brain Reactions to Smell by AI Speckle Pattern Analysis.
