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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.

Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·August 6, 2026·12 min read

Tau Infiltrates Mitochondria to Drive Alzheimer’s

Hyperphosphorylated tau invades mitochondria and triggers reverse electron transport, opening a novel target for treating Alzheimer's disease and tauopathies.

Auditory Neuroscience Featured Neuroscience

·August 6, 2026·8 min read

Researchers Discover the Brain’s Hidden Learning Switch

The extracellular matrix undergoes rapid 24-hour remodeling cycles during learning, locking into place to protect mastered skills.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·August 5, 2026·9 min read

Nonordinary Experiences Lead to Long-Term Personal Growth

A new study demonstrates that over half of people reporting nonordinary experiences experience positive long-term effects, showing that personal appraisal dictates outcome.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·7 min read

Midlife Vascular Health Adds Nearly 13 Dementia-Free Years

A new study links midlife vascular health to nearly 13 additional dementia-free years.

Brain Cancer Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·8 min read

Unlocking Hidden Brain Cancer Vaccine Targets

A new study uses single-cell long-read sequencing to map hidden genetic isoforms in glioblastoma, unlocking novel targets for personalized cancer vaccines.

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Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·9 min read

Neural Stem Cells Branch Earlier Than Expected

Cortical neural stem cells branch early into parallel lineages, overturning traditional views on how brain cell types form.

Featured Neuroscience Visual Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·8 min read

Brain-Inspired AI Cuts Video Processing Time

A new study introduces EMF-dVAE, a brain-inspired AI model that reduces video processing time by 65% and uses 15% of visual data while improving accuracy.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·5 min read

Modern Human PSPH Gene Outperforms Variants

A new study shows modern human PSPH gene variants produce L-serine more efficiently than ancient hunter-gatherer versions, revealing how brain biochemistry evolved over time.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·August 5, 2026·9 min read

THC Significantly Reduces Trauma Nightmares in PTSD

A study of over 170 PTSD patients finds that evening doses of dronabinol (THC) significantly reduce trauma-related nightmares, with over a third achieving complete remission.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·August 5, 2026·8 min read

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Increases Psychiatric Risk

IBD increases psychiatric disorder risk starting three years before diagnosis and lasting up to a decade post-diagnosis.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·August 5, 2026·7 min read

Brain Stimulation Triggers Cell-Specific Genetics in Living Brains

Deep brain stimulation on living human temporal cortex tissue synchronizes neural firing and triggers distinct gene expression programs in neurons and astrocytes.