Why Brain Keeps Making Same Decisions
Researchers at a German university found a pattern. They studied how people make choices. The study took place recently. The brain plays a key role in decision-
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Brain's Waste Disposal System Has Two Speeds
Scientists have uncovered a dual-speed system for waste removal in the brain. Artificial intelligence played a key role in this discovery. The findings shed lig
The Evolution of Nootropic Supplements and Cognitive Enhancement
Dave Asprey recently hosted a deep dive into the history and application of piracetam and the broader racetam family of compounds. This episode explores the ori
New Research Sheds Light on Dementia in the Oldest Old
A recent study from UC Davis Health is changing what we know about brain health in people over 90. For a long time, there wasn't much data on how aging truly af
Loneliness Changes How Brain Processes Body Signals
A new study reveals that feeling lonely can alter how our brains interpret internal physical sensations. Individuals experiencing higher levels of loneliness te
The Brain's Endless Loop: Why Embarrassing Moments Haunt Us
Many people experience their most cringe-worthy memories replaying in their minds. This often happens late at night, long after the event occurred. Scientists a
Daily Cortisol Patterns Linked to Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
A recent study involving nearly 4,000 older adults suggests that the body's daily cortisol rhythm could signal early cognitive changes. This research, notable f
Infants' Brainwaves Synchronize with Adults During Eye Contact
New research shows that babies' brains synchronize with adults when they make eye contact. This synchronization helps infants focus on what the adult is saying.
Brain Study Reveals Universal Sensory Processing in Vertebrates
New research suggests that all vertebrate brains, from fish to humans, process sensory information using a remarkably similar underlying logic. Scientists at Ko
The Dopamine Menu: A New Path to Daily Well-being
Many people seek ways to boost productivity and happiness. They often try various routines and apps. Now, a new concept called the „dopamine menu„offers a diffe
New Brain Disorder Clues Emerge from Calcium Channel Discovery
Scientists at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) have identified a new way a critical brain channel is regulated. This discovery fo
Brain's Waste Disposal System Linked to Neurodegenerative Diseases
New research suggests a faulty brain clearance system may contribute to various neurodegenerative diseases. Scientists at the University of Barcelona have uncov