By blocking a brain chemical that makes us sleepy, caffeine helps us feel more awake and alert.

Scientists and musicians have used brain wave recordings from EEG signals to create “brain wave music” that may help with concentration and relaxation.

Neuroscientists study the brain to solve puzzles — piecing together understandings across topics like emotions, rare disorders, and consciousness. But often, new findings raise more questions.

Neuroscience tools can showcase biological patterns, helping us detect information to learn more about ourselves and our health.

Chemotherapy can kill cancer cells. But it can also change your brain, too.

Touch can have a calming effect on the brain, thanks to its regulating effect on the amygdala.

Our existing beliefs can distort the way we process information.

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.

Cerebral organoids, or mini brains, are grown to mimic molecular aspects of brain development, helping us understand brain cell formation and function.

Playing a musical instrument is the brain equivalent of a full-body workout.