Astrocytes, highlighted here, are a key contributor to healthy function in the brain.

Through complex systems that begin with cells that respond to physical stimuli and send signals through a maze of brain circuits, we can know — both consciously and otherwise — what goes on around us and within our bodies.

This tiny pond snail is teaching researchers about the changes that take place in the brain when long-term memories form.

Engaging in regular, aerobic activity may be as good for the brain as it is for the body.

Imagine hearing a bird chirp and seeing the color yellow. This is what life may be like for someone with synesthesia. Explore the unique experiences of a synesthete and learn more about this rare condition.

Scientists look to insects for clues about how sensory information is processed in the brain.

Neuroscientist Neil Burgess studies the neural mechanisms that map the space around us, and how they link to memory and imagination.

Teach your students about brain anatomy and function, learning and memory, degenerative disorders, and more with this curriculum unit.

Take a look inside the bustling mouse brain in this video.

Supertasters sense food's flavor more strongly than most. Check your tongue for clues about your tasting tendencies!