Is there a lunar clock in the female brain to influence menstrual cycles? Many research studies show that it is just a dusty old myth. How about in ancient times, when most of our biological rhythms were still governed by natural light?
Your intestines and your brain are linked. Because of that, the composition of your gut bacteria can influence the aging of your brain.
For social creatures such as humans, communication is key. However, certain conditions can make verbal communication difficult. Recent studies have been able to use Brain-Computer Interfaces to translate brain signals to speech so they can help speech-impaired patients communicate without needing to speak.
Sending a message, scrolling through your social media, or checking your e-mail in front of your child. Research shows that this affects the bond with your child.
Does liking true crime make us all potential serial killers?
The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease is on the rise but current treatment options are still limited. Could music-based movement therapies alleviate symptoms of this debilitating disease?
Our emotions are not solely determined by what happened to us; they can also be influenced by changes in some of our neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and serotonin.
Researchers are actively exploring the brain’s remarkable adaptability and recovery potential following injuries, particularly in the context of post-stroke rehabilitation. This exploration promises innovative interventions that could lead to transformative treatments in the field of brain recovery.
We live in a quickly changing world where we need to adapt to new environments on a regular basis. For example, when learning a new language. But what factors contribute to this successful learning, and what happens when we encounter challenges?
A bored man was working at developing energy sources for radar systems. He failed and wanted to have a coffee break. Suddenly, he realized that the chocolate bar in his pocket had melted during his experiments: he had just discovered the microwave. Many breakthroughs happened by accident – or should I say: boredom. Research studies revealed that getting bored engages the same brain areas as creative thinking.
Did I really see that? 
More than sensitive: the brain of highly sensitive people is tuned differently 
Collective and diverse intelligence: something beyond cognitive science 
