Kay Tye studies the neuroscience behind social isolation and searches for new targets for mental health treatments that could address its impact.

Your brain has a powerful connection to the vast neuronal network in your gut via the vagus nerve. This ties your digestive tract to mood, cognition, and brain physiology, so researchers are interested in the microbiome as a therapeutic target for mental health and more.

Conspiracy theories take advantage of our pattern-seeking brains by grabbing attention, triggering strong emotions, and giving meaning to random events.

And other neuroscience news you may have missed in October 2024.

Though the two hemispheres in the brain have separate functions, there is typically no overall dominant side — both constantly work together to help us complete daily tasks.

The first ever neural brain wiring diagram of an adult fruit fly has been completed — available for anyone to access.

Scientists have identified circuits underlying placebo pain relief and are working to speed up the pain drug development process.

Circadian rhythms encourage our systems to operate on a 24-hour cycle, resulting in changes in mood and cognition when disrupted.

People with Parkinson’s disease, or those under extreme physical or emotional distress, can sometimes hallucinate nonexistent presences.

Preliminary findings provide insight into how specific sleep patterns could be an early indicator of this type of dementia.