Neuroscientists are tracking the brain activity that underlies a cognitive breakthrough and unraveling how it might boost ...

Scientists have shown that brain connectivity patterns can predict mental functions across the entire brain. Each region has a unique “connectivity fingerprint” tied to its role in cognition, from ...

If you have ever lifted a weight, you know the routine: challenge the muscle, give it rest, feed it and repeat. Over time, it ...

A new bioluminescent tool allows neurons to glow on their own, letting scientists track brain activity without harmful lasers or fading signals. The advance makes it possible to watch individual brain ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the research laboratories at the University of Chicago and the scholars who are tackling some ...

Stressful study sessions help us pass exams, but curiosity promotes long-term understanding and information retention. In A ...

Have you ever wondered what makes you "you"? What creates the feeling of being aware, of experiencing the world around you? Scientists call this consciousness, and it's one of the biggest mysteries we ...

Walking is often seen as a simple exercise, but it's one of the most powerful things you can do for your brain. Even a short daily walk can improve memory, focus, and overall mental health.