A selection of science-based books from the year that together shine new light on who we are and why we think and act as we do.

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the ...

About ten years ago, scientists began exploring an unconventional idea for studying the brain: using bioluminescent light to ...

Activating two somatostatin receptors enhances amyloid beta breakdown and improves memory in models of Alzheimer’s disease.

Feeling warm or cold doesn’t just register on the skin—it changes how connected we feel to our own bodies. Research shows ...

Staying mentally sharp isn’t just about puzzles and sleep—the right kind of physical exercise can significantly boost brain ...

This color-coded graphic shows different populations of cells in the mouse brain, each one targeted by one of the genetic tools developed by scientists at the Allen Institute and other institutions.

Ellen Galinsky has been on a seven-year quest to understand what brain science says about how to better teach and parent adolescent children. The past few years have seen advancements in our ...

Ever wonder what goes on inside your head? From March 10-14, 2025, Science Friday is hosting Hack Your Brain—your chance to delve deep into the workings of the brain and discover its secrets. Because ...

October saw several universities launch major initiatives in brain science and neurological research, often with the help of new private gifts to underwrite their efforts. Here are summaries of the ...

Weight loss restored healthy metabolism in both young and mid-aged mice, but the brain told a different story. In mid-aged ...

Neurosurgeon clarifies that AirPods do not increase brain cancer risk, highlighting that Bluetooth signals are significantly ...