Inside the brain is a dense network of neurons that receive, process, and relay information. The synapse, where neurons meet, ...

Short-term memories are thought to be formed deep within the brain in structures such as the hippocampus, but little is known ...

Ferroptosis, a type of cell death, may help maintain neuron balance in the hippocampus, supporting memory, learning and brain ...

New research by Georgetown scientists shows how the brain rewires itself to automate learned tasks. The findings challenge a ...

Children's brains adapt during breaks, leading to cognitive drift away from structured learning, particularly in math. This ...

For years, students have heard the same advice from teachers and parents alike: put down the laptop and take notes by hand.

It is now understood that the hippocampus is closely linked to learning and memory (Doidge, 2015; Suzuki, 2015). However, this was not always the case. One prominent experiment investigating memory, ...

Episodic memory is a type of long-term memory. It helps you remember the time, place, and details surrounding a specific event or experience in your life. For example, remembering what you had for ...

New research suggests intermittent fasting may improve memory, focus, and brain function by triggering beneficial changes in ...

Five foods your brain most wants in your 60s — and the five it could really do without. The evidence is compelling, the foods are delicious, and the changes are simpler than you think.

Turn Screens Off One Hour Before Bed. Experts agree that stepping away from screens is key for an effective wind-down routine ...