New research suggests addiction is less about seeking pleasure and more about escaping pain. Scientists at Scripps Research found that the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus (PVT), a small area…

Japanese researchers have identified a potential biological cause of Long COVID brain fog. Using PET brain imaging, they found increased AMPA receptor density throughout the brains of individuals experiencing cognitive…

Aging impacts the brain’s spatial memory, according to Stanford research on mice. Like humans, older mice showed difficulty remembering locations. However, some “super-ager” mice maintained youthful brain activity. Genetic factors…

Glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer, has been found to extend beyond the brain itself, infiltrating the skull and manipulating the immune system within the skull’s marrow. The cancer creates pathways…

New research indicates that our perception of food plays a bigger role in overeating than the actual food itself. A study from Leeds showed that individuals are more prone to…

Scientists have identified a protein, MRAP2, that plays a critical role in controlling appetite. MRAP2 assists the MC4R receptor in reaching the cell surface, which strengthens signals that tell us…

Strong social connections maintained throughout life may help slow down the aging process. Research using DNA analysis reveals that individuals with long-lasting, supportive relationships exhibited younger biological markers and reduced…

A large-scale study integrating observational and genetic information challenges the common idea that light drinking benefits brain health. The findings indicate that the risk of dementia increases consistently with alcohol…

Scientists have identified PP2A-B55alpha as a crucial controller of mitochondrial quality, managing both the removal of damaged mitochondria and the generation of new ones. Experiments using Parkinson’s disease models showed…