FeaturedNeuroscience·February 24, 2026·7 min readDopamine Signals Astrocytes to Sculpt the BrainNeurons write the draft, but astrocytes edit the circuit. Scientists discover how star-shaped brain cells use dopamine signals to prune synapses and master new motor skills.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·February 24, 2026·8 min readBoosting Mitochondria to Enhance Long-Term MemoryOverclocking the brain. Scientists discover how to boost mitochondrial energy to turn short-term experiences into long-term memories with just a single session.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 24, 2026·7 min readChildhood Diet Leaves a Lasting Mark on the BrainChildhood junk food leaves a "hidden" mark on the brain. Scientists discover how early diets rewire the hypothalamus and how gut bacteria can help fix it.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 24, 2026·10 min readAI Tools Track Every Neuron in Moving AnimalsNo more manual labeling. Scientists have unleashed AI to track every single neuron in wriggling animals, turning a five-hour task into a near-instant result.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 24, 2026·9 min readBeyond Fear: Amygdala is the Brain’s Strategic MediatorIt’s time to retire the "fear center" label. Scientists discover that the amygdala is actually a strategic arbiter that helps the brain navigate complex choices.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 23, 2026·6 min readMRI Risk: Nerve Implants Can Trigger Unintended ShocksA hidden danger in the magnet. Scientists discover that vagus nerve implants can be "tricked" into firing by MRI fields, causing unintended pain for patients.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·February 23, 2026·8 min readNeurons Use RNA “Tentacles” to Survive StarvationResearchers discover that neurons pair inactive ribosomes using RNA "tentacles" to save energy and survive during periods of starvation or stress.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 23, 2026·7 min readBrain May Treat Seizures As MemoriesThe brain is a master at learning, but sometimes it learns the wrong things. Scientists find that sleep after a seizure acts as a "save button" for epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·8 min readChatbots Can Worsen Delusions and ManiaA digital helping hand or a dangerous mirror? New research reveals how AI chatbots can consolidate delusions and worsen symptoms for those with severe mental illness.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 23, 2026·6 min readExpertise Protects Against Cognitive DeclineIt’s not just a hobby; it’s a brain workout. Scientists find that the intense perception and memory required for birdwatching literally reorganizes the brain for better aging.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·5 min readMoving Beyond Dopamine to Treat SchizophreniaDopamine isn't the whole story. A massive new review outlines the next generation of schizophrenia therapies that target the immune system, the gut, and cognitive receptors.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·7 min readThe Brain Ignores Itching When You’re StressedIn a crisis, the last thing you want to do is scratch. Scientists discover the brain's "mute button" that silences itch during stress—and why it fails in chronic conditions.Read More
