Research reports for the first time a pathway that begins in the gut and ends with a potent pro-inflammatory toxin in brain cells.

Researchers have developed a method to detect build-up of amyloid β in the brain, a characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease, from biomarkers.

Wyss-Coray and his colleagues have turned up substances in blood that can accelerate or slow down the brain-aging clock.

These findings provide a promising basis for developing effective medications for glioblastoma, an aggressive, and thus far incurable cancer

The way in which we experience music and speech differs from what has until now been believed according to Linköping University researchers

Researchers looking at the impact passive screen use has on a young child’s development say watching television can be beneficial

Our brains get lazier the older we get. But you can train your brain. 3 factors are the most important in keeping your brain in top shape.

Patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) have lower levels of the neuromodulator acetylcholine (ACh) in their brains.

Researchers from Dresden uncover a greater neuron production in the frontal lobe during brain development in modern humans than Neandertals

How do we understand words? Scientists don’t fully understand what happens when a word pops into your brain. What is embodied cognition?

A world-first study has confirmed the link between the two, which could lead to earlier detection and new potential treatments.

The prevention and removal of misfolded protein aggregates is considered a promising strategy to treat Alzheimer's Disease.

Taking a more spirited approach and walking briskly — defined as more than 40 steps per minute — brings even better results.

Using stem cells is a powerful way to deliver important proteins to the brain or spinal cord that can’t get through the blood-brain barrier.

Researchers test the efficacy of GnRH injection therapy in order to improve the cognitive functions of patients with Down syndrome.

A groundbreaking study at Tel Aviv University effectively eradicated glioblastoma, a highly lethal type of brain cancer.

Scientists have long suspected that religiosity and spirituality were mapped to specific brain circuits, but the location remained unknown.

Science may be one step closer to understanding where consciousness resides in the brain, a new study shows.

Novel music intervention sparks emotional connection between patients and caregivers. Patients had less agitation, anxiety and depression.

Pilot study finds that implanted brain-stimulating device dramatically reduced bingeing episodes and helped patients lose weight