Growing neurons rely on chemical cues to find their targets, but new research shows that the brain’s physical properties help ...

Physical fitness, physical activity and screen time are associated with brain mechanisms underlying mental health and learning, according to two recent studies from the University of Eastern Finland ...

It’s not just good for your heart—this exercise boosts brain health, too. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Physical therapists recommend aerobic exercise to boost brain health.

Exposure to a diet heavy in fats and sugars during early development primes the brain to overreact to unhealthy foods in adulthood. This combination leads to high levels of inflammation and reduced ...

Evidence from the past 20 years indicates that the use of computers in classrooms has led to declines in students' academic ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

The human body relies on complex and coordinated interactions between the brain and peripheral organ systems to maintain a stable biological environment and support essential functions like behavior ...

The Brain Prize 2026 is awarded to Professors David Ginty (US) and Patrik Ernfors (Sweden) for their pioneering discoveries on how the nervous system detects and processes touch and pain. Their work h ...