The cerebrum, especially the cerebral cortex, has long been thought to be the important part of our brain. However, the ...

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While glucose, or sugar, is a well-known fuel for the brain, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have demonstrated that ...

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Melatonin is often called the “sleep hormone” because it helps regulate sleep-wake cycles. It is produced by the pineal gland ...

Scientists in Australia have discovered that a magnetic brain treatment already used for depression can boost the brain’s ...

Researchers have found that internal physiological cues—like signals from the vagus nerve—play a stronger role in guiding ...

Researchers found that MDMA reduces anxiety and enhances social behavior in zebrafish by altering key neurochemical systems.

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While glucose, or sugar, is a well-known fuel for the brain, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have demonstrated that ...