An intense bout of exercise can improve mood and create a sense of euphoria — an effect popularly known as the “runner’s high.”

The "language of science" can feel a bit overwhelming at times. This article helps to break it down.

This article provides some tools to help your students with self-directed learning.

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The blood-brain barrier once stopped medication from reaching the brain. Researchers have found their way through.

It’s hard to describe what an emotion is — let alone how many of them there are or whether everyone experiences the same ones. But we do know this: emotions arise from activity in distinct parts of the brain.

Puberty is more than hormones and rebellion. The brain is changing too.

Chicago Brain Buddies tackles the question "what makes a neuron super cool?"

One educator has found that teaching simple activities to improve brain processing helps students became more engaged and confident.

What are some of the differences between the thinking and reactive brain?