Stories by Aimee Cunningham

A chemical found in many plastics affects brain development in the womb

Over-the-counter pain relievers may block some antidepressants

Monkeys may be able to devise gestures to communicate specific ideas

As recollections age, different brain areas take charge of the upkeep

New study reveals how the simple sugar impedes recall

Brains slow down as they become more easily distracted

An ingredient in frankincense eases anxiety and elevates mood

Infant faces trigger a reward reaction in adults

Reviews and recommendations from the June/July 2006 issue of Scientific American MIND

This Korean researcher racked up a series of important advances in embryonic stem cell technology, including the first lines of cells from patients

A research insight, a new drug target and an advocacy group assist in fighting the disease

Feared snakehead fish sets up house in the U.S.