Brain

The study that proves this powder is more than "just a spice"

A new scientific review compiled dozens of studies on saffron and its active compounds, and the findings were nothing short of remarkable.

Saffron
White sugar and brown sugar

"Biology books will need to be amended": Scientists identify molecule that slims without diet

Even at the age of eighty, the brain is not necessarily a frozen and declining organ

How to reach the age of 80 with the memory of a 50-year-old

Cannabis

Smoking cannabis at an older age? A study shows it may actually help the brain


IQ Test Facts And Myths You Should Be Aware Of

Discover the truth about IQ tests with our MyIQ review. Learn how MyIQ stands out with its precision, adaptive algorithms, and insights into cognitive strengths and growth potential.


Chronic stress raises brain noise: Why Israelis might shout louder

Could chronic stress explain why some Israelis shout louder?

 AN ILLUSTRATION from Resnik’s paper.

New evidence confirms prehistoric brain cannibalism in Poland's Maszycka Cave

Advanced 3D microscopy revealed cut marks on 68% of bones, indicating cannibalism.

 New evidence confirms prehistoric brain cannibalism in Poland's Maszycka Cave.

How to overcome instinctive fear? Researchers find fear-overriding brain mechanism in mice

The discovery may lead to new treatments for fear-related disorders such as phobias, anxiety, and PTSD.

 How to overcome instinctive fear? Researchers find fear-overriding brain mechanism in mice.

A spoonful of microplastics: Study finds brains accumulate 30 times more than other organs

Researchers analyzed 91 brain samples from deceased individuals, finding plastic particles in all, with higher concentrations than in the liver and kidneys.

 A spoonful of microplastics.

Neuroscientists record dying brain activity, suggesting a replay of life memories

Dr. Zemmar's team observed gamma oscillations involved in memory retrieval just before and after cardiac arrest.

 New door to the exact moment of death': Neuroscientists record dying brain activity suggesting life memories replay. Illustration.

Autism, epilepsy meet next-gen medicine with Israel’s brain chip innovation

Brain organoids developed in Israel for testing and repurposing a wide variety of existing drugs to see if they could treat autism, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and more

Developing the future of science with Itay & Beyond

Paralyzed man, 69, flies virtual drone with thoughts in brain-computer study

Participant says controlling the virtual drone felt like playing a musical instrument, evoking activity and socialization.

 69-year-old paralyzed man flies virtual drone using only his thoughts in brain-computer interface study.

Study reveals optimal home temperature for elderly brain health

Likelihood of attention difficulties doubles when home temperatures deviate from 68-75°F range.

 Study reveals optimal home temperature for elderly brain health. Illustration.

Cerebrum IQ Review: How Nutrition Affects Your Brain

Discover how nutrition impacts mental health and cognitive abilities. Explore the Mediterranean diet, sugar's effects, and processed food risks on your brain.