Prominent German Neuroscientist Committed Misconduct in “Brain Reading” Research
A German funding agency imposes strict sanctions on Niels Birbaumer, whose studies, it says, contained incomplete data—but Birbaumer stands by his work
No, Women Can’t Multitask Either
Recent research finds zero support for the stereotype that they do so better than men
Cancer Cells Have “Unsettling” Ability to Hijack the Brain’s Nerves
The startling discovery could open up avenues for treating some aggressive tumors
Global Warming May Dwindle the Supply of a Key Brain Nutrient
Diminishing levels of an omega-3 fatty acid may have health consequences, including a higher risk for depression, ADHD and early dementia
Lab-Grown Human Mini Brains Show Brainy Activity
As the little structures grow, their constituents specialize into different types of brain cells, begin to form connections and emit brain waves. They could be useful models for development and neurological conditions.
Fight or Flight May Be in Our Bones
A protein released from bone is involved in triggering the body’s reaction to stress
No Bones about It: People Recognize Objects by Visualizing Their “Skeletons”
This basic ability gives humans a leg up on computers
Is “Neurolaw” Coming Soon to a Courtroom Near You?
Neuroscience is closing in on states of mind the legal system cares about: memory, responsibility and mental maturity
What Chili Peppers Can Teach Us about Pain
U.C. San Francisco researcher and Breakthrough Prize–winner David Julius talks about capsaicin, opioids and snake vision
Studying the Superhuman
An examination of sixth fingers hints at what our body—and mind—is capable of
The Neuroscience of Reality
Reality is constructed by the brain, and no two brains are exactly alike
Where’s My Consciousness-ometer?
Whether an entity is conscious may soon be a testable question