Category: Brain
Major Risk Factor for Rare Early-Onset Dementia Found
Scientists discover a massive genetic risk factor for a rare form of FTD, proving that “personality-changing” dementia has a clear biological cause.
Overlooked Brainstem Pathway Discovered to Control Human Hands
New research reveals that an evolutionarily old pathway in the brainstem is a secret key to how humans use their hands.
Diverse Biological Roots of Alzheimer’s Revealed
Alzheimer’s doesn’t follow the same biological script for everyone, highlighting critical differences across racial and ethnic groups.
Immune Cells in the Brain Discovered to Control Puberty and Reproduction
Scientists discover that fertility is controlled by the brain’s defense cells, identifying a new genetic link to human infertility.
Fitter Brains Get a Bigger Boost from Every Workout
New research suggests that improving your aerobic fitness (VO2 Max) actually trains your brain to produce higher levels of the neuroprotective protein BDNF after exercise.
Cannabis Reshapes the Way We Recall the Truth
A new study reveals that cannabis doesn’t just make you forget—it can lead your brain to “create” memories that never happened.
