New research provides direct evidence that the gut microbiome communicates with the brain through the vagus nerve.

A new study finds that the urge to move to music—known as groove—is a distinct physiological response, separate from musical enjoyment.

Chronic stress weakens the brain’s ability to process sounds, requiring louder stimuli to trigger normal responses, according to new research in mice.

Summary: New research reveals that serotonin in the cerebellum plays a crucial role in anxiety regulation. Scientists found ...

Researchers have identified a unique mitochondrial process in CA2 neurons that supports learning, memory, and social ...

A new study shows that the cerebral cortex acts as a "memory machine," constantly detecting novel stimuli to refine its predictions of the future.

New research reveals that brain cells use a muscle-like signaling mechanism to relay information over long distances.

Researchers have identified brain mechanisms that help animals suppress instinctive fear responses when threats prove ...

Scientists have discovered that neural stem cells (NSCs) receive constant feedback from their daughter cells, influencing whether they remain dormant or activate to form new neurons and glia.

A new study finds that the bacteria Streptococcus anginosus is more abundant in the saliva and gut of people who have had a ...

Researchers have identified how CBD interacts with cannabinoid receptors to mitigate the negative effects of THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis.

Researchers have discovered that positive emotions enhance perceptual memories during sleep, particularly in the non-REM stage.