The human brain contains billions of connected neurons that collectively support different mental functions, including the ...

Although researchers can monitor brain activity associated with perception, pain, and awareness, it remains unclear which ...

The sound of a fire alarm tells us to get out quickly to not get hurt, while the sight of a gas station sign can signal a chance to refuel. In everyday life, we learn to link cues we sense with what ...

We don’t always understand our emotions, but we couldn’t lead normal lives without them. They steer us through life, guiding the decisions we make and the actions we take. But if they’re inappropriate ...

A team of scientists has identified areas of the brain that are activated when a person becomes aware of themself and their thoughts. This enigmatic process appears to be controlled by the thalamus, a ...

Climber Alex Honnold is set to scale one of the world's tallest buildings without any ropes or safety nets.

The process of “epigenetic memory” in nerve cells plays a key role in learning ability, memory function, and healthy brain ...