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·May 23, 2026·12 min read

Brain Region Discovered for Abstract Thought

A new study provides the first direct neural evidence of "compositional generalization," the cognitive capacity to recombine familiar elements into novel ideas.

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·May 8, 2026·7 min read

Digital Memory Paradox: Social Networking “Mutes” Content Learning

New research shows that as we form online connections, our brains prioritize "social mapping" over "content learning." This shift is even more dramatic for those with high working memory, who use their digital networks as external storage, resulting in a 40% drop in content recall.

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·March 12, 2026·9 min read

Can High-Dose Vitamin D Prevent Long-COVID Cognitive Decline?

A massive new trial finds that Vitamin D may be the secret weapon against Long COVID’s "brain fog," even if it doesn't stop the initial infection.

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·March 10, 2026·10 min read

Using AI to Map a Child’s Path to Language Mastery

From AI-driven brain models to the shared genetics of music and reading, scientists are finally decoding the brain's most complex system.

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·March 5, 2026·9 min read

Compulsivity is Driven by a Fear of the Unknown

Scientists discover that people with compulsive traits rely on repetitive behaviors because they feel less certain about how their future actions will play out.

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·March 1, 2026·6 min read

Why We Repeat Decisions That No Longer Make Sense

Stuck on repeat. A major study reveals that our brains prefer repeating past decisions over weighing new facts, turning simple actions into "irrational" long-term habits.

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·February 20, 2026·7 min read

We All Speak Music: The Brain’s Constant Search for Harmony

Your brain is a secret musical expert. New research shows that even without formal training, we all use deep musical context to predict the next note.

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·February 14, 2026·7 min read

How the Brain Distinguishes Instant Treats from Long-Term Triumphs

Is your brain chasing a reward or checking off a goal? Scientists have found a specific electrical signal that could explain why depression dulls pleasure and how to fix it.

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·November 19, 2024·5 min read

How to Make and Break Habits Using Neuroscience

Researchers have developed a framework for understanding and changing habits by leveraging the brain's automatic and goal-directed systems. Habits form when automatic responses overpower conscious control, leading to both everyday action slips and compulsive behaviors.