From a cubic millimeter of brain tissue, scientists have constructed a precise, 3D map of the activity in a mouse’s brain, detailing 84,000 neurons and more than 500 million synapses.

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Researchers have discovered that parts of the human brain age more slowly than previously thought—particularly in the region that processes touch. By using ultra-high-resolution brain scans ...

A growing understanding of how “reproductive” hormones sculpt the brain could transform the management of neurological conditions.

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Long working hours might not just be bad for you, they could also be altering the structure of your brain, a new study suggests.

The brain’s sweet spot: How criticality could unlock learning, memory—and prevent Alzheimer’s Date: June 25, 2025 Source: Washington University in St. Louis Summary: Our brains may work best ...