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Mar 16, 2022
One big reason why Alzheimer’s might be going undetected in the US
It can be hard to tell if subtle changes to memory and thinking are precursors to something more serious.
Feb 23, 2022
What the recording of a dying human brain could tell us
First-of-its-kind data may hint at life flashing before a man's eyes.
Mar 09, 2021
Old dogs need to learn new tricks. Here’s why.
Neural stimulation through education can buy aging brains some time.
Feb 08, 2021
Learning a second language early might have ripple effects throughout your life
Research shows that adults who grow up bilingual hold onto certain cognitive skills.
Mar 23, 2020
Vampire bats know the true meaning of friendship—sharing slurps of blood
It takes work to become this bat’s BFF.
Mar 05, 2020
Kea parrots use statistics to get what they want
Polly wants a black token — and knows how to get it.
Dec 16, 2019
Indoor carbon dioxide can make us dumber, and that will get worse with climate change
It’s time to think of the gas itself as a pollutant.
Oct 01, 2019
This sleeping octopus twitches in technicolor—but is she dreaming?
Either way, we're dazzled by Heidi's display.
Dec 19, 2018
People with extreme political views have trouble thinking about their own thinking
Your super liberal and super conservative relatives might all have one thing in common.