Thermal sensations are consciously differentiated as hot or cold by the brain; however, the neural mechanism that enables this differentiation is not well understood. To address this, researchers ...

When we touch something hot or cold, the temperature is consciously sensed. Previous studies have shown that the cortex, the outermost layer of the brain, is responsible for thermal sensations.

Thermal sensitivity, or the ability to sense hot and cold, is subjective and varies between individuals. While it is known that the brain’s cortex plays a role in thermal perception, the specific ...

As millions of Americans cope with severe winter ... such as brain function, heart function, lung function," Nwakanma said. Frostbite, when skin or tissue freezes, is another cold weather danger ...

Health experts warn extreme cold — or even prolonged exposure to normal winter temperatures — can affect the heart, the brain and other vital organs. Related: What is wind chill and how is it ...

The brain discriminates between hot and cold sensations by inducing distinct temporal activity patterns in shared cortical regions, offering insights into how sensory information is encoded.

As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you're exposed to the elements, especially if you're an older ...