All

Latest

Neuroscience

Neuroscience research articles are provided.

What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, pharmacology, electrophysiology, biology, robotics and technology.

This shows the outline of a person, a brain, and speech bubbles.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 31, 2026·6 min read

Was Humor the Engine of Linguistic Evolution?

A new study suggests that human grammar evolved as a stage for "wit." Ancient verb-noun compounds like "pickpocket" trigger visceral brain responses, suggesting that being funny was a key evolutionary advantage.

This shows a drop of blood and computer programming.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·March 31, 2026·8 min read

AI Identifies Multiple Dementias from One Blood Sample

Researchers developed an AI model that detects five neurodegenerative diseases from one blood sample. The tool identifies protein patterns that predict cognitive decline more accurately than clinical exams.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·March 31, 2026·9 min read

Why Adolescents Struggle to Reciprocate Kindness

New research shows that while teenagers accurately perceive when others are being cooperative, they are less likely than adults to reciprocate. This "cooperation gap" suggests teens prioritize self-interest even in win-win social scenarios.

This shows an abstract image of a brain and an imaginary scene of birds, trees, and nature.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 31, 2026·9 min read

Imagination Lives in the Brain’s “Meaning Centers”

Researchers have found that imagination is not just a "copy" of sensation. Instead, mental imagery relies on high-level association networks that process meaning and holistically organize scenes and language.

This shows a person laying awake in bed.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·7 min read

Irregular Bedtime Doubles Cardiac Risk

Does an irregular sleep schedule cause heart disease? New research links inconsistent bedtimes to a 2x higher risk of cardiovascular events. Discover why your "bedtime window" is a key predictor of heart health.

This shows a lonely child in a school hallway.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·March 30, 2026·7 min read

40% of Bullied Children Show Clinical Symptoms of Trauma

A new study reveals that 40% of bullied elementary students suffer from clinical trauma symptoms. The research highlights the devastating impact of "invisible" bullying, such as social exclusion and early-onset cyberbullying.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·6 min read

Perfect Timing for Memory Identified

Researchers used sea slug neurons to find the optimal interval for learning. Their findings suggest that a 24-hour gap between learning sessions triggers a unique cellular mechanism that solidifies long-term memory.

This shows a woman's head and a mechanical brain.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·7 min read

New BCI Decodes Deep-Brain Thoughts

Researchers developed a lateral ventricular BCI (LV-BCI) that records brain activity from deep within fluid-filled cavities. The expandable "lantern" electrode offers superior long-term stability and 98% accuracy in decoding memory-guided decisions.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·6 min read

Metabolites “Rewrite” Brain Genes in Addiction

Researchers found that alcohol metabolites directly regulate gene expression in the brain. The ventral hippocampus is especially sensitive to these epigenetic changes, providing a new molecular target for treating alcohol use disorder.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·March 30, 2026·7 min read

Ultrasound Helps to Unlearn Fear

Researchers used targeted ultrasound to dampen the amygdala, slowing fear formation and speeding up "unlearning." This non-invasive method could revolutionize exposure therapy for PTSD and anxiety.

Featured Neuroscience Visual Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·6 min read

New Compounds Identified to Save Human Color Vision

Researchers screened 2,700 compounds on 20,000 human retinal organoids to find a way to stop cone cell death. They discovered that inhibiting casein kinase 1 can protect central vision from macular degeneration.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 30, 2026·6 min read

Decoding Complexity: Targeting Individual Pathways in the Cortex

Scientists have developed a new optogenetic tool to control specific long-range connections in the primate brain. This allows for the precise activation or silencing of communication pathways involved in complex behavior.