Recent research has demonstrated that the central assumption for nearly 70 years that learning occurs only in the synapses is mistaken

Technology to be used in a new study at the Alberta Children's Hospital

Transplanting a special type of neuron into the brain restores cognitive functions in Alzheimer's models

Researchers discover stress isn't just contagious; it alters the brain on a cellular level

Hominin Fossils show that brain size increased gradually and consistently

Physics and biology meet in a new model of brain development

Insects and mammals share ancient molecular regulators of the brain's internal clock

The device will be fundamental for studying new strategies to overcome the blood-brain barrier and treat brain diseases

Low levels of alcohol consumption tamp down inflammation and helps the brain clear away toxins

UC San Diego researchers find small sets of hippocampal neurons activate for each episodic memory