For the millions of people worldwide who have lost their ability to speak due to stroke, ALS, or other neurological injuries, a revolutionary technology is breaking down barriers to communication.

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Learning a second language offers benefits beyond ordering food on vacation or reading foreign literature.

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For decades, definitively diagnosing Alzheimer's disease required looking directly at the brain—either through costly imaging or by sampling spinal fluid. Now, researchers have discovered a telltale marker in blood that reveals the presence of brain tau tangles, a hallmark of Alzheimer's.

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Most of us reach for diet sodas and sugar-free treats with the best intentions – to satisfy our cravings without the caloric consequences. But what if artificial sweeteners --the very products designed to help us manage our weight -- are actually sending confusing signals to our brains?

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A new study uncovers compelling evidence that even subtle heart issues may affect brain structure — potentially years before any cognitive symptoms emerge.

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Something as simple as smelling a scratch-and-sniff card might help doctors spot Alzheimer's disease years before memory problems begin.

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Depression affects about one in 20 adults, and while treatments like antidepressants and talk therapy help many people, they fail to work for nearly a third of patients.

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A new discovery about soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages reveals a troubling truth that goes beyond simple calorie counting.

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Children who are breastfed for longer periods of time during infancy experience fewer developmental delays and a reduced risk of neurodevelopmental conditions, including disorders like autism and ADHD.

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Have you ever wondered why you can't remember being a baby? This blank space in our memory, known as "infantile amnesia," has puzzled scientists for years.

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Let's face it, we're all worried about memory loss as we age. But what if the same device you use for calling grandkids could actually strengthen your mind?

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Your brain is easily fooled, and that might be a good thing for pain relief. International researchers have found that when people are tricked into feeling that a rubber hand belongs to them, they experience less pain in their actual hand.

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Naps have long been praised as a tool for boosting alertness, enhancing mood, strengthening memory, and improving productivity. Yet for some, they can sabotage nighttime sleep.

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Pain relief might grow on trees after all. Scientists have discovered that simply looking at natural scenes can directly reduce pain sensations by calming specific brain circuits.

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A fascinating new study shows how these seemingly contradictory practices might share more in common than anyone realized.

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Could the texture of what you chew actually matter for brain health? Science is starting to say yes.

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In a surprising twist, the proteins typically used as Alzheimer's biomarkers have been found at similarly high levels in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), originating unexpectedly from muscle tissue rather than the brain alone.

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Three days. That's all it takes for a high-fat diet to begin damaging the aging brain, a surprising new study suggests.

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For the first time, scientists have confirmed that the human brain processes memories in a way that's remarkably different from other species — a finding that may reveal a key foundation of human intelligence.

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You can doubt just about anything. But there’s one thing you can know for sure: you are having thoughts right now.

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Brain aging follows a surprising trajectory with a potentially game-changing discovery: there appears to be a crucial "window" in middle age when interventions targeting metabolism could significantly slow or stabilize signs of brain aging.

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Microplastics aren’t just polluting our oceans and landscapes; they're infiltrating our bodies.

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Researchers at MIT have discovered that exposing the brain to light and sound pulses at a specific frequency—40 hertz, or 40 cycles per second—can induce brain rhythms that reduce the hallmark pathologies of Alzheimer's disease and improve cognitive function.

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Recent research published in Nature Communications has uncovered surprising details about how our brains process these speech patterns.

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Why does freshly cut grass smell like summer? What makes a bakery's aroma so universally appealing? And why do some smells trigger vivid memories while others repulse us instantly?

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When volcanic disaster struck the Roman city of Herculaneum in 79 CE, a young man, believed to have been a guardian of a public building, met his demise in a flash of superheated ash. But his brain underwent a transformation so rare that scientists had previously considered it impossible in nature: it turned to glass.

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Becoming a parent could do more than just change your life—it might actually protect your brain as you age. A new study suggests that parenthood offers surprising benefits that work against typical age-related changes in brain function.

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Stubbing your toe can be surprisingly painful, leaving you wincing more than anticipated. It turns out there is actually a scientific reason for that.

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Many parents characterize raising autistic children as a privilege, increasing family closeness, enhancing personal growth, and enlarging social networks. The same parents, however, experience greater levels of stress, depression, and anxiety than parents of children without developmental disabilities.

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While excess visceral fat is still harmful and linked to many health problems, this research suggests that healthy amounts of visceral fat early on serve an important purpose by producing signaling molecules that support brain health.

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A new study has uncovered a revolutionary way to measure how quickly our brains are aging—not just how old they appear to be.

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New research reveals that sleep deprivation doesn't just leave you groggy and irritable; it actually transforms specific immune cells in your bloodstream, potentially fueling chronic inflammation throughout your body.

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For decades, researchers have searched for effective treatments for Alzheimer's disease, a devastating neurodegenerative condition that affects memory, thinking, and the ability to perform everyday activities.

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For older adults concerned about cognitive decline, new evidence suggests that the journey to better brain health might begin with remarkably small steps.

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Scientists have identified a tiny genetic change—present in nearly all living humans but absent in our closest extinct relatives—that may have influenced the development of spoken language.

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What were you dreaming about last night? For roughly one in four people, that question draws a blank.

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Ever catch yourself unconsciously nodding along to music? That natural urge to move with rhythm, whether it's tapping your foot under a desk or swaying on a dance floor, is what scientists call "groove."

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Scientists have discovered that birds developed their complex brain circuits independently from mammals, rather than inheriting them from a shared ancestor.

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Ever wonder why there's always room for dessert, even after a filling meal? Scientists have discovered that the same brain cells that tell us we're full are also responsible for making us crave sugary treats.

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Sophisticated birdsong follows strict grammatical rules, much like human sentences. But what happens when birds can't hear themselves sing?

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For decades, conventional wisdom held that acquiring absolute pitch as an adult was impossible. But a new study suggests otherwise, showing that with structured training, adult musicians can significantly improve their ability to identify musical notes.

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Scientists at the University of British Columbia have discovered unique brain cells responsible for memories, opening new possibilities for treating memory-related disorders.

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We all possess an innate ability to control our pain levels. In fact, a natural painkiller is found deep within the nervous system itself.

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Every second, millions of neurons in your brain fight against distraction. While you read these words, your brain actively suppresses countless other signals, such as the hum of your computer, footsteps in the hallway, and notifications on your phone.

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The brain's ability to rapidly adapt to changing rules is crucial for survival, yet scientists have struggled to understand exactly how this works.

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Mental health disorders are on the rise globally, with anxiety affecting millions. While there's no shortage of prescription medications available for patients, a new study suggests an unexpected ally in the fight against anxiety might be living in our digestive systems.

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A new study from the University of New Mexico reveals an unsettling truth: microscopic plastic particles are accumulating in human brains at significantly higher concentrations than in other organs – and these levels have surged 50% in just eight years.

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Time flows as a constant stream of moments, but your brain sees patterns in this flow. Now, scientists have discovered exactly how individual neurons learn to recognize and predict these patterns, providing the first direct evidence of how our brains map out the structure of time.

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A genetic coin toss that happens before birth might influence how women's brains age decades later. A study from the University of California San Francisco reveals that women's cognitive abilities and brain aging may be influenced by whether they're primarily using the X chromosome inherited from their mother or their father.

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New research shows that different brain regions handle timing and location in distinct ways, offering fresh insights into how we track when and where things occur.

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