The world’s most powerful supercomputers can now run simulations of billions of neurons, and researchers hope such models ...

The molecular understanding of brain tumors has undergone a profound transformation in recent years. Advances in genomics, ...

A large genetic screen has revealed how stem cells transform into brain cells, exposing hundreds of genes that make this ...

Over the years, multiple “brain maps” have emerged, each focusing on different brain processes, from metabolism to cognitive function. While these maps are important, using them in isolation limits ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David DiSalvo writes about science, tech and culture. How many times have we heard the argument repeated, that women and men are ...

Disagreements seem to be an unavoidable part of life, occurring everywhere from comment sections to courtrooms. A new study from Yale researchers, published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, took a ...

Brain–machine interfaces (BMIs) represent a transformative field at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering and computer science, allowing for direct communication between the brain and external ...

Education in the brain sciences has evolved significantly, moving beyond conventional single-discipline structures to ...

Parkinson's disease and ADHD are genetically linked, finds a brain study that could provide a roadmap for future treatment. Medicinal mushrooms such as lion's mane have gained popularity recently, so ...

Brain cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes represent a specialised set of metabolic proteins that, while less abundant than their hepatic counterparts, play an increasingly acknowledged role in the local ...

The conversation on brain health has been growing in recent years, and 2024 was no exception. This year brought significant highlights, including increased investment in brain capital (also known as ...