Learn the new science of brain development and discover the importance of connections and learning for ongoing brain health.

For decades, dopamine has been celebrated in neuroscience as the quintessential "reward molecule"—a chemical herald of ...

Your brain can still make new neurons when you’re an adult. But how does the rare birth of these new neurons contribute to cognitive function? Researchers know that new neurons contribute to memory ...

Our brains have an extraordinary ability to adapt and learn, a process known as neuroplasticity. From navigating a new city to mastering a new skill, neuroplasticity allows us to reshape our neural ...

Babies in financially stressed households show slower brain development, highlighting the importance of income stability ...

A study reveals that the effectiveness of brain stimulation on motor skills is determined by an individual's learning ability rather than age, highlighting the need for a more personalized approach to ...

With a new year, a healthier brain can boost your happiness and career success in 2026, plus offset brain diseases, if you ...

Learning a second language has a variety of benefits, and according to recent studies, it may even stave off dementia.

Teachers are increasingly encouraged to become amateur neuroscientists. For the last decade, educational materials have promoted neuroplasticity, the brain’s capacity for adaptation, as the key to ...

Poor diet can lead to chronic inflammation and impaired blood flow to the brain, which increases your risk of cognitive ...