New research suggests that consciousness originates in the subcortex, and is polished by the cortex and cerebellum.

Research reveals strong connections between muscle strength and cognitive function in patients with COPD, highlighting the potential for rehabilitation strategies.

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Analysing brain scans, researchers have revealed alterations in brain shape linked to memory loss and potential dementia risk.

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Stretching your ability to focus is good for the brain. Paying close attention like that encourages the brain to pump more acetylcholine (a brain chemical important for learning, attention, and memory ...

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New research published in BMJ Mental Health sheds light on the relationship between lifetime cannabis use and brain health in ...

The human brain holds the secret to our unique personalities. But did you know that it can also form the basis of highly efficient computing devices? Researchers recently showed how to do this, ...

You can see it coming in right there, that little spot,” says neuroscientist and engineer Laura Lewis. A remarkably bright pulsing dot has appeared on the monitor in front of us. We are watching, in ...