Key cells in the brain, neurons, form networks by exchanging signals, enabling the brain to learn and adapt at incredible speed. Researchers have now developed a 3D-printed 'brain-like environment' ...

One recent analysis found that, over the course of three years, people taking semaglutide (the compound in Ozempic and the weight loss drug Wegovy) were about 40 to 70 percent less likely to be ...

Think your brain is too old to learn new tricks, let alone keep cognitive decline at bay? Think again. Research featured in the journal Cell Stem Cell in 2019 revealed that neurons continue to form in ...

The charming town of Fish Hoek boasts a picturesque beach in the shadow of mountains, a short drive from the bustling metropolis of Cape Town on South Africa’s Western Cape.

New research uncovers how declining protein clearance mechanisms with age lead to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other ...

It is inevitable that our brains shrink as we grow older. However, with healthy habits, age-related cognitive changes can be ...

Investigators have discovered that activity in two widely distributed brain networks previously considered separate are ...

People with shorter protective caps at the end of their chromosomes (called telomeres) may be more likely to develop ...

Seniors whose cholesterol levels spike and plummet year-to-year could be at increased risk of dementia and failing b ...

Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...

The Brain Tour, inside dementia is an app designed for iOS and Android phones, that uses augmented reality to transport users inside the brain. Whether you're curious to explore a healthy brain or ...