Aging Clock Unveils Compounds That Rejuvenate Brain Cells
Summary: Scientists developed a computational “aging clock” that measures the biological age of brain cells and identifies compounds…
We Might Have Been Wrong About Where Spiders Came From
Technically speaking, every living thing on Earth can trace its origins to the sea. Some of these earliest…
Hunger Sharpens Sleep Rhythms That Solidify Memories
Summary: New research shows that the brain’s slow oscillations and sleep spindles — key rhythms that consolidate memories…
Autism Masking Leaves a Mark on the Brain
Summary: Some autistic teens mask their traits to “pass” as non-autistic in social settings, but a new study…
ADHD-Linked Genes Raise Risk of Childhood Maltreatment
Summary: Children with higher genetic risk for ADHD are more likely to experience childhood maltreatment, a new study…
Most Mental Illnesses Arise Without Family History
Summary: A massive Danish study shows that most mental illnesses—like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression—occur in people with…
Study Reveals Biological Bias in Baby Boy or Girl Odds
Summary: A massive study of over 58,000 women shows that families may have their own subtle biological bias…
Sleep to Consciousness: How the Brain Transitions from Dreams to Reality
Summary: Each morning, your brain undergoes a precise sequence to shift from sleep to wakefulness, reorienting you to…
More Than Serotonin: How Psychedelics Engage the Whole Brain
Summary: Classical psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, and mescaline are known for activating the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor, but a…
Why Antidepressants Work Better for Some
Summary: A meta-analysis of gene expression data from humans and rodents reveals key biological pathways influencing response to…
Genetic Link Between Cannabis Use Disorder and Mental Health
Summary: A large genetic study reveals that cannabis use disorder (CanUD) is strongly linked to increased risk for…
How the Brain Decodes Social Emotions and Anxiety
Summary: The anterior temporal lobe (ATL) plays a key role in interpreting social hierarchies and facial emotions, offering…