Neuroscientists from HSE University have questioned the conclusions of famous studies, primarily those by Benjamin Libet, that challenge the existence of free will. Libet’s experiments…
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A study conducted by scientists at Johns Hopkins has observed that organisms ranging from microbes and fish to dogs and humans exhibit similar patterns of…
A study has shown that time-restricted feeding can improve Alzheimer’s-related circadian disruptions in mice, leading to better memory and reduced harmful protein buildup in the…
Scientists have discovered that short-term fluctuations in blood pressure are linked to cognitive impairment and increased vascular problems in older adults. These fluctuations, overlooked in…
Neurons produce rhythmic patterns of electrical activity or oscillations in the brain, driven primarily by memory, according to a recent study. Contrary to previous beliefs,…
A new theory suggests the utility of a memory for future situations dictates its location in the brain, either in the hippocampus or the neocortex.…
[unable to retrieve full-text content] A study conducted by the University of Exeter discovered that directing tiny amounts of H2S to particular cellular areas in…
Recent research reveals that prior training in rats enhances various memory functions and task performance in old age, showcasing the potential of early cognitive training…
A recent study highlights cognitive improvements in individuals experiencing cognitive decline through a personalized, multimodal care plan over six months. The findings, showing enhanced scores…
New research reveals infants who nap more have smaller vocabularies and poorer cognitive skills, reflecting their individual cognitive needs. Despite parental anxiety, these children should…
Researchers at the University of Basel found a direct link between activity in certain brain regions like the hippocampus and memory performance, using the world’s…
The MIND diet study showed improvements in cognition over a three-year period, particularly during the first two years. Both the MIND diet group and the…
A new study using MINDWATCH technology found that music and coffee positively influence cognitive performance by altering brain arousal levels. The research seeks to foster…
Scientists have discovered that the human brain inherently uses Bayesian inference, a statistical method combining prior knowledge with new evidence, to interpret visual stimuli. This…
A new study from Northwestern University has found a reverse “Flynn effect” in a large U.S. sample between 2006 and 2018, where ability scores in…
Dementia is a progressive brain disorder that affects a person’s memory, thinking, behavior, and ability to perform daily activities. It is commonly associated with aging…
The researchers found that each individual healthy behavior (healthy diet, regular exercise, active social contact, cognitive activity, non-smoking, and never drinking alcohol) was associated with…
Orienteering is a sport that combines navigation and cross-country running. Participants use a map and compass to navigate through a course in the shortest possible…
Dementia is a collective term used to describe a decline in cognitive function, including memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with language, problem-solving, and everyday tasks.…
The research showed that 2-year-old children whose mothers had been diagnosed with gestational diabetes exhibited poorer language skills compared to children whose mothers had not…