FeaturedNeuroscience·March 20, 2026·7 min readThe Brain’s Compass Keeps Memories StableResearchers discover that the brain's "internal compass" remains stable for months, acting as a permanent anchor for memories even as the hippocampus reorganizes.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 19, 2026·7 min readHow a Single Neuron Decides “Eat or Die”New research reveals that a single pair of neurons in the fruit fly brain weighs the risk of poison against the reward of sugar to make life-or-death decisions.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·March 17, 2026·8 min readMapping Gene Activity in the Living Human BrainNew research identifies the specific "genetic software" that drives real-time neurotransmission in living humans, offering a new frontier for psychiatric treatment.Read More
Auditory NeuroscienceFeaturedNeuroscience·March 16, 2026·6 min readSound of Fear: A Direct Brain Shortcut for “Scary” NoisesA new study reveals the auditory shortcut that allows the human brain to process and respond to "scary" sounds before we even realize we've heard them.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 16, 2026·8 min readInvestigational Brain Implant Restores High-Speed CommunicationA new brain-computer interface translates attempted finger movements into text, allowing individuals with paralysis to type with near-human accuracy.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 16, 2026·6 min readThe Awake “Sleep” Loop: Why Attention Lapses Occur in ADHDNew research identifies "local sleep" as the hidden brain mechanism causing attention lapses and slower reaction times in adults with ADHD.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 16, 2026·7 min readAcetylcholine Seizes Control of Serotonin SignalingNew research reveals how acetylcholine hijacks the serotonin system, potentially causing the chemical "overdrive" seen in OCD and depression.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·March 12, 2026·7 min readFive High-Risk Neuron Groups Identified in ALS and FTDNew research reveals five specific types of neurons that are the primary targets of ALS and FTD, paving the way for cell-specific therapies.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 9, 2026·7 min readFitter Brains Get a Bigger Boost from Every WorkoutNew research suggests that improving your aerobic fitness (VO2 Max) actually trains your brain to produce higher levels of the neuroprotective protein BDNF after exercise.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·March 9, 2026·7 min readNew Technology Unlocks More Autism Gene VarientsScientists use a new "long-read" technology to find the hidden genetic mutations behind autism that traditional tests missed.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 9, 2026·8 min readSingle Workout Sparks Brain Ripples in HumansScientists have finally seen "memory ripples" in the human brain sparked by just 20 minutes of exercise.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·March 8, 2026·10 min readHow Invasive Moths Use Magnetic and Visual Cues to MigrateScientists discover that fall armyworms use a sophisticated internal compass to integrate magnetic fields and visual landmarks for long-distance travel.Read More
