You can use up all the storage on your phone or max out your computer's drive, but can you use up all the memory space in your brain? Despite how you might feel before an exam or after a sleepless ...

Recent work has revealed some of the many crucial functions of astrocytes, brain cells that were once thought to play primarily supportive roles for neurons. Astrocytes do handle debris around neurons ...

(Boston)—Normal aging is characterized by deficits in the cognitive domains of learning, memory and executive function. Specifically, there are age-related changes in recall of information, speed of ...

A new study has found that as little as a short nap in the afternoon can help improve brain function, recovery, boost ...

A measure of brain complexity, derived from magnetic stimulation and EEG, can effectively evaluate conscious processing in ...

Nowadays, no one seriously doubts that physical activity improves our physical health, along with our mental health and cognitive abilities. Source: Passja1000 / Pixabay Physically active children ...