Stories by Andrea Anderson

Stanford scientist Johan Ugander explains his research on dissimilarities in social networks 

Research paints a complex picture of how surgery and anesthesia might harm the brain, particularly for older patients 

Half the brain stays more alert the first night in a new location

A recent study of proton pump inhibitors suggests—but does not prove—a link

How we take in new information while tapping prior knowledge

Brain imaging suggests LSD’s consciousness-altering traits may work by hindering some brain networks and boosting overall connectivity

New findings in rats show how we can take in new information while tapping prior knowledge

We signal our intention to speak or pause for a reply by where we direct our eyes

Prenatal exposure to elevated levels of male sex hormones may play a role in the development of autism, results of a new study suggest

New research highlights the importance of discussion during jury deliberations

People with AB blood type are at higher risk for age-related cognitive decline

Several species can think conceptually about the things they see

Scientists investigate the effects of low temperatures on the brain

Feeling high and mighty gives us license to accept dubious dough

Researchers continue to turn up clues to the most painful headaches of all

Implanting our larger support cells allowed the rodents' brains to work faster

New insights into the relentless exhaustion suffered by people with a rare disorder may help treat several sleep conditions

Psychedelic drugs may work by dialing down brain activity in control centers

Why adjusting our expectations to reality is so difficult

Why adjusting our expectations to reality is so difficult

Discovery hints at evolutionary importance of animals to human survival

Depression and substance abuse modify the same brain circuit

Deprived of rest, parts of the brain start to snooze

Pay close attention, and the bull's-eye might appear larger than it really is