Brain Activity

Neuroscientists have mapped brain activity in people watching movies, showing how different networks respond to scenes involving people, objects, and action. Complex scenes activated brain regions linked to executive functions like problem-solving, while simpler dialogues primarily engaged language processing areas. The study, based on data from th...

Starting a strength training journey can feel overwhelming, especially with so much advice and so many products available. However, by focusing on safe practices, proper technique, and gradual progress, anyone can start building muscle effectively. 

Scientists at MIT have developed groundbreaking cell-wearable devices that mimic natural myelin to treat neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These micro-scale devices wrap around neurons and restore disrupted electrical signalling. They are battery-free and activated by light, allowing for non-invasive monitoring and modulation of neuro...

Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, music, and writing, provides numerous benefits for brain health and emotional resilience. Research in neuroarts demonstrates that creativity enhances cognitive functions, improves memory retention, and reduces anxiety levels. Simple creative outlets like doodling or crafting can significantly aid i...

New research shows that the brain organises daily experiences into segments, much like scenes in a movie. The study reveals that memory boundaries are not solely determined by external factors, but also by personal priorities and interpretations. The findings indicate that we have more control over how we perceive and recall experiences than previo...

A recent study published in the journal Neuron reveals insights into why both monkeys and humans struggle under pressure. Researchers found that stress impairs brain signals crucial for movement execution when faced with high rewards. The study, involving monkeys completing tasks for water, demonstrated that performance declined when potential rewa...

Yoga Nidra practice causes many changes in brain activity, including in areas involved in regulating emotions, mind wandering, and sleep.

Patients suffering from chronic pain have limited treatment options, often relying on medications like opioids that come with harmful side effects and high addiction risks. A new study in mice, published in Current Biology journal, suggests a new way to use the placebo effect for treating chronic pain. By activating specific neurons in the brain li...

Does your work keep you glued to screens for a longer period? Beware, coupled with no physical activity, it might take a toll on your brain's cognitive functions and lead to digital dementia, warned experts on Tuesday.

Researchers from Aalto University in Finland utilised functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to measure brain activity while subjects mulled brief stories related to six different types of love.

Recent research reveals that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active compound in cannabis, shows potential as an anti-aging agent for the brain.

Recent research sheds new light on how the brain stores and manages memories, revealing that it maintains at least three distinct copies of each memory. This study, conducted on rodents, provides valuable insights into the brain's memory encoding process and suggests that multiple types of neurons play a role in storing these memories. The research...

Researchers investigated the brain activity changes caused by psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms.

Brain activity in baby girls seems to be more complex than that in baby boys, a new study has found.

Physical activity lowers risk of developing heart disease partly by reducing brain activity that gets triggered because of stress, new research has found.

Neuroscientists have mapped brain activity in people watching movies, showing how different networks respond to scenes involving people, objects, and action. Complex scenes activated brain regions linked to executive functions like problem-solving, while simpler dialogues primarily engaged language processing areas. The study, based on data from th...

Starting a strength training journey can feel overwhelming, especially with so much advice and so many products available. However, by focusing on safe practices, proper technique, and gradual progress, anyone can start building muscle effectively. 

Scientists at MIT have developed groundbreaking cell-wearable devices that mimic natural myelin to treat neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These micro-scale devices wrap around neurons and restore disrupted electrical signalling. They are battery-free and activated by light, allowing for non-invasive monitoring and modulation of neuro...

Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, music, and writing, provides numerous benefits for brain health and emotional resilience. Research in neuroarts demonstrates that creativity enhances cognitive functions, improves memory retention, and reduces anxiety levels. Simple creative outlets like doodling or crafting can significantly aid i...

New research shows that the brain organises daily experiences into segments, much like scenes in a movie. The study reveals that memory boundaries are not solely determined by external factors, but also by personal priorities and interpretations. The findings indicate that we have more control over how we perceive and recall experiences than previo...

A recent study published in the journal Neuron reveals insights into why both monkeys and humans struggle under pressure. Researchers found that stress impairs brain signals crucial for movement execution when faced with high rewards. The study, involving monkeys completing tasks for water, demonstrated that performance declined when potential rewa...

Yoga Nidra practice causes many changes in brain activity, including in areas involved in regulating emotions, mind wandering, and sleep.

Patients suffering from chronic pain have limited treatment options, often relying on medications like opioids that come with harmful side effects and high addiction risks. A new study in mice, published in Current Biology journal, suggests a new way to use the placebo effect for treating chronic pain. By activating specific neurons in the brain li...

Does your work keep you glued to screens for a longer period? Beware, coupled with no physical activity, it might take a toll on your brain's cognitive functions and lead to digital dementia, warned experts on Tuesday.

Researchers from Aalto University in Finland utilised functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to measure brain activity while subjects mulled brief stories related to six different types of love.

Recent research reveals that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active compound in cannabis, shows potential as an anti-aging agent for the brain.

Recent research sheds new light on how the brain stores and manages memories, revealing that it maintains at least three distinct copies of each memory. This study, conducted on rodents, provides valuable insights into the brain's memory encoding process and suggests that multiple types of neurons play a role in storing these memories. The research...

Researchers investigated the brain activity changes caused by psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms.

Brain activity in baby girls seems to be more complex than that in baby boys, a new study has found.

Physical activity lowers risk of developing heart disease partly by reducing brain activity that gets triggered because of stress, new research has found.