For the vast majority of those who become homeless, a mistake that may have been insignificant for individuals with existing socioeconomic privilege becomes life-altering. One wrong move, whether it ...

In 1966, less than 60 years ago, a prominent physician named Dr. Robert A Wilson dubbed menopausal women the “crippled castrates” (Wilson, 1966). It wasn’t until 1993 that the NIH mandated women be ...

We strive to make neuroscience accessible to anyone interested in learning about the brain. Here, you can delve into the mind via stories, infographics, interviews, and more!

Neurotechnology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, with brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) at the forefront of innovation. Over the past decade, BCIs have transitioned from experimental prototypes ...

Humanity has been captivated by the cosmos throughout history, which is observed in how ancient cultures used the stars for navigation, timekeeping, and mythology. This deep-rooted curiosity for the ...

Take a moment to reflect on the processes your brain is controlling and coordinating right this second. Your brainstem, located at the base of your brain, controls and regulates your heart rate and ...

Convulsive therapies are an underappreciated treatment that can alleviate symptoms of severe psychiatric disorders through rapid cycles of muscle contraction and relaxation. However, misuse and poor ...

Imagine if scientists could control specific brain functions with the ease of flipping a switch. This vision is closer than ever, thanks to chemogenetics—a tool that allows scientists to precisely ...

Johanna Mayer is a PhD student at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden working on autophagy-mediated secretory mechanisms in Alzheimer’s disease. Her PhD project is part of the EU-funded Marie ...

Have you ever pondered the journey leading to our contemporary comprehension and management of psychiatric disorders? If so, consider adding a compelling addition to your reading list this year: “The ...

Divi is a high school student entering her Junior year. She always found an interest in science and art, and loves to find ways to bridge the two. In her free time, you can catch her reading, crafting ...

We strive to make neuroscience accessible to anyone interested in learning about the brain. Here, you can delve into the mind via stories, infographics, interviews, and more!