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Migraine relief in kids: Room for more treatments

Migraine relief in kids: Room for more treatments

Migraine is a common yet often debilitating issue among children and teenagers and as kids approach adolescence, migraines become more frequent, particularly among girls. Migraines in young people do not just bring pain; they impact daily life, school performance, and social activities. Studies also suggest that having migraines in youth

Closer or farther? How the brain processes social and spatial distances

Closer or farther? How the brain processes social and spatial distances

When we interact with others, most of our social energy is directed toward a small group of individuals. We feel almost physically closer to them. Research suggests that the way our brain processes these emotionally closer people differs from how we process those further removed in our social networks, much

Unlocking the brain's timekeepers: Clock genes

Unlocking the brain's timekeepers: Clock genes

Our brains are primed to keep track of time with the natural rhythms of the day. That's thanks to our circadian clock. This circadian system doesn’t just dictate our sleep-wake cycles; it controls a variety of behaviors and biological functions, from hormone release to body temperature. The

New research on impact of dietary fat on alzheimer’s risk

New research on impact of dietary fat on alzheimer’s risk

Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide and accounting for up to 70 percent of all dementia cases. It is deadly, too, typically claiming the lives of patients within three to six years after diagnosis. As research on Alzheimer’s advances, scientists are

Connecting minds to machines: The future of brain-computer interfaces

Connecting minds to machines: The future of brain-computer interfaces

Brain-computer interfaces are pushing the boundaries of what we thought possible in neuroscience by enabling a direct connection between the human brain and external devices. For those with disabilities, it provides a new opportunity to regain control of their bodies. The heart of brain-computer interfaces is the ability to translate

The evolution of love: How courtship circuits in the brain turn into real life romance

The evolution of love: How courtship circuits in the brain turn into real life romance

Fruit flies have developed fascinating ways to ensure they find the right mating partner. Their courtship rituals aren’t just about what they see. They rely heavily on smells, sounds, and even specific behaviors. Does that sound familiar? The way signals are processed in the brain is crucial for effective

Helmet or hospital? How headgear cuts the risk for cyclists

Helmet or hospital? How headgear cuts the risk for cyclists

Head injuries are a significant risk for cyclists around the world. Cyclists are especially vulnerable on the road, lacking the protective barriers found in motor vehicles. Authorities have been promoting cycling for commuting and recreation by launching campaigns to increase bike use and building bicycle-friendly infrastructure to make cycling safer