A large genetic screen has revealed how stem cells transform into brain cells, exposing hundreds of genes that make this ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David DiSalvo writes about science, tech and culture. How many times have we heard the argument repeated, that women and men are ...

Over the years, multiple “brain maps” have emerged, each focusing on different brain processes, from metabolism to cognitive function. While these maps are important, using them in isolation limits ...

Education in the brain sciences has evolved significantly, moving beyond conventional single-discipline structures to ...

As global populations age—particularly in low- and middle-income countries—the prevalence of dementia and cognitive ...

Parkinson's disease and ADHD are genetically linked, finds a brain study that could provide a roadmap for future treatment. Medicinal mushrooms such as lion's mane have gained popularity recently, so ...

Brain–machine interfaces (BMIs) represent a transformative field at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering and computer science, allowing for direct communication between the brain and external ...

Brain cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes represent a specialised set of metabolic proteins that, while less abundant than their hepatic counterparts, play an increasingly acknowledged role in the local ...

The conversation on brain health has been growing in recent years, and 2024 was no exception. This year brought significant highlights, including increased investment in brain capital (also known as ...

Boston, Massachusetts, 12 November 2024 – Environmental exposure to air pollutants during critical developmental periods may significantly impact autism risk, according to a groundbreaking Emerging ...

The first in-human trial to use a novel ultrasound device to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier to deliver chemotherapy reveals that the procedure led to an increase in drug concentrations in ...