FeaturedNeuroscience·July 16, 2025·5 min readRunning the Clock: Attention and Movement Skew Time PerceptionA new study shows that the way we move our bodies can warp our sense of time — not just because of physical exertion, but because of the cognitive demands of motor control. Researchers found that participants overestimated stimulus durations while running, walking backward, or performing a distracting mental task, compared to standing still.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 8, 2025·6 min readMental Health Benefits of Exercise Depend on ContextA new study reveals that the mental health benefits of exercise depend not just on the amount of physical activity, but also on the context in which it occurs. Researchers found that leisure-time activities like yoga or team sports tend to improve mood more than obligatory tasks like housework.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 8, 2025·6 min readFind Exercise You Enjoy: Personality Shapes Fitness SuccessA new study shows matching your personality to the type of exercise you enjoy may help you stick with it and reduce stress. Researchers found extroverts preferred high-intensity workouts, while people high in neuroticism favored short bursts of activity and saw greater stress reduction from exercise.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 2, 2025·5 min readBrain Taps Lipid Stores for Energy During ActivityA groundbreaking study reveals that neurons can burn fat, challenging the long-held belief that the brain relies solely on glucose for fuel. Researchers discovered that when glucose is scarce, synaptic activity triggers neurons to break down lipid droplets and use the resulting fatty acids for energy.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·June 30, 2025·6 min readMimicking Exercise in the Brain Could Slow Cognitive DeclineWhile physical activity is known to slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease, many patients are unable to exercise due to frailty or advanced symptoms. A new study identifies a specific gene, ATPPIF1, that is reactivated through exercise and supports neuroplasticity in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 28, 2025·5 min readExercise Proven to Boost Kids’ Mental HealthA massive analysis of over 375 trials shows that structured exercise significantly reduces depression and anxiety in children and teens. Low-intensity resistance activities like light weights were most effective for easing anxiety, while moderate mixed-mode programs worked best for depression—especially when lasting under 12 weeks.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 26, 2025·4 min readStaying Active Slows Cognitive DeclineRegular physical activity isn’t just good for the body—it protects the brain as we age. A 16-year study of over 13,000 adults found that sustained physical activity significantly slowed cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·June 13, 2025·5 min readExercise Rewires Alzheimer’s-Affected Brain CellsUsing cutting-edge RNA sequencing, researchers mapped how exercise affects specific brain cell types in a model of Alzheimer’s disease. They found that physical activity alters gene activity in microglia and a newly identified type of astrocyte linked to blood vessels, which may protect memory.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·May 19, 2025·6 min readWant to Live to 115? Here’s What Research Says You Should DoNew insights from longevity research suggest that lifestyle—not just genetics—plays a vital role in living a longer, healthier life. While rare individuals like 115-year-old Ethel Caterham may benefit from exceptional genes, research shows that physical activity, diet, sleep, and stress management are key factors that can significantly influence lifespan.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 18, 2025·4 min readLight Exercise Boosts Memory via Dopamine and NoradrenalineNew research reveals that even light exercise, like jogging or yoga, activates key neurotransmitter systems that enhance memory by stimulating the hippocampus. In a rat model mimicking human exercise, scientists found that dopamine and noradrenaline levels increased in the hippocampus during low-intensity activity.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·May 10, 2025·4 min readExercise Boosts Stem Cell Therapy for Parkinson’sExercise enhances the effectiveness of stem cell-derived neuron transplants in a Parkinson’s disease (PD) rat model. Transplanted neurons alone improved basic motor functions, but when combined with voluntary exercise, the rats displayed significantly better agility and paw control.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 6, 2025·4 min readPhysical Activity Protects Teens From DepressionA long-term study shows that teenagers who maintain or increase physical activity levels are less likely to develop symptoms of depression. Researchers tracked 873 participants from ages 6 to 18, measuring activity levels with accelerometers and assessing mental health through clinical interviews.Read More
