
What Causes Alcohol-Induced Blackouts?
In search of answers, a neurobiologist looks to rodents

What Causes Alcohol-Induced Blackouts?
In search of answers, a neurobiologist looks to rodents

The Personality Trait That Is Ripping America (and the World) Apart
People who are antagonistic resonate more with populist messages


“Stress Hormone” Cortisol Linked to Early Toll on Thinking Ability
Brain changes, visible on scans, are also associated with Alzheimer’s precursors

Making Creepy Music Give You Goose Bumps
Discordant music and sounds can set up the scare, but what you do (or don’t) see can decide whether it lands

Don't Forget! A Memorization Exploration
An unforgettable science activity from Science Buddies

What Makes Human Brain Cells Unique?
New findings reveal distinctive electrical properties of human neurons that may give us a boost in computing power

Health Care Let Neandertals "Punch above Their Weight"
By caring for their sick and injured, Neandertals were able to expand into more dangerous environments and pursue more deadly prey. Christopher Intagliata reports.

Can You Quantify Awe?
Researchers attempt to capture the full richness of the awe experience

What Would Happen If Everyone Truly Believed Everything Is One?
New research suggests a belief in oneness has broad implications for psychological functioning and compassion for those are outside of our immediate circle

Can Introverts Be Happy in a World That Can't Stop Talking?
Acceptance is key to the well-being and authenticity of introverts

The Danger of Seeing Breaks as a Form of Giving Up
Taking time to step away from a problem may be the cognitive kick you need for a solution

Blasey Ford Spells Out Trauma Memory Formation
Christine Blasey Ford's professional expertise came into play during her testimony regarding the Supreme Court nomination.