Japanese researchers have uncovered how the astringent “bite” of cocoa flavanols can activate the brain—even though little of the compound enters the bloodstream.

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Constant change fuels burnout at work. Understanding how curiosity and the brain’s chemistry interact can help people adapt without losing energy or motivation.

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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical procedure that entails the delivery of high-frequency electrical impulses to ...

According to neuroscientist Ben Rein’s new book, Why Brains Need Friends, it comes down to our brains. As he explains in the ...

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Physical activity doesn’t need to be intense or lengthy to reap the mood-boosting benefits — including lowering the risk of ...

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Researchers at MIT’s Picower Institute found that rotating waves of brain activity help restore focus after distractions. In ...