An early-stage study has found that a common chemotherapy drug disrupts lymphatic cells in the tissue surrounding the brain.

The human brain can do many amazing things, but self-repair is not one of its repertoire of abilities. Once neurons die—from ...

Studying the brain in ways that have never been done before. Women across all industries need more female mentors and role ...

A team at University of Massachusetts Amherst developed artificial neurons that fire in the same voltage range as living cells. Silicon and biology can now speak the same electrical language.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is obsessed with codifying your biology. First it was scanning your eyeballs — and now it’s scanning ...

Using single-cell RNA sequencing and genetic screening, the researchers identified key surface proteins that mediate ...

Creative experience might enhance brain health, which could slow down the brain's aging.

In a new book, Steve Ramirez explores the potential of memory manipulation to ease depression and other afflictions.

BD² recently announced a fourth round of funding opportunities, inviting teams to apply for up to $4.5 million per grant to undertake groundbreaking research into the genetic, molecular, cellular, ...

Lead is a powerful neurotoxin that disrupts the growth and function of both brain and body. There is no safe level of lead exposure, and even the smallest traces can impair memory, learning and ...

Dolphins exposed to cyanobacterial toxins show Alzheimer’s-like brain damage and disorientation, which may explain mysterious strandings.