In a bid to better understand, and potentially treat, a host of conditions that affect early cognition, neurodevelopment, and ...

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An inexpensive mix of two everyday supplements helped to fight the deadliest brain cancers without a single reported side effect, according to a new study — but researchers say the approach is still ...

A little forgetfulness is a normal part of getting older, but keeping your brain active helps it stay sharp. And you don’t need pricey classes to do it. Chances are, you’re already doing ...

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Pass the pot to Grandma — her brain might thank you. A new study is challenging long-held assumptions about cannabis, finding that middle-aged and older adults who use the drug may actually see some ...

Older adults classified as "SuperAgers" generate at least twice as many neurons in the hippocampus than their typical aging peers, a new study has revealed. These findings, released on Wednesday by ...

An opinion piece written by Professor Eef Hogervorst from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences for The ...

Eating a daily serving of peanuts may help older adults improve blood flow to their brains and boost memory, according to new research. In a study published in Clinical Nutrition, scientists at the ...

Parents have long pondered what goes on in their baby's mind and when they begin to understand the world around them - now, researchers may have cracked the code. Scientists at Trinity College Dublin ...