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A study in Finland found that kids with pediatric brain injuries, mild concussions included, were significantly less likely to go to college.

Neuroscience and Brain

After a Single Concussion, Kids Are 15 Percent Less Likely to Go to College

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

A new paper suggests that marathon runners' bodies might turn to the myelin sheath as a mid-race energy source.

Neuroscience and Brain

Marathon Runners’ Bodies Appear to Be Devouring Brain Tissue, Scientists Say

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

A new study found that "acute exposure" to microplastics causes dementia-like symptoms in mice, in addition to other behavioral shifts.

Scientists Find That Microplastics Cause Dementia-Like Symptoms in Mice

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

A team of French scientists has linked refined carbohydrates to worse cognitive function — even when consumed by young, healthy adults.

Refined Carbs Linked to Brain Trouble

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

Pharmaceutical developers Biogen and Eisai want to fast-track a new Alzheimer's drug, lecanemab, for FDA approval — but it's been met with mixed opinions.

Neuroscience and Brain

New Alzheimer’s Drug Appears to Actually Work, to Some Degree

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

Multiple new studies appear to confirm that steroids — bodybuilding 'roids and the prescription drugs — are absolutely terrible for brain health.

Neuroscience and Brain

Steroid Use Linked to a Bunch of Very Bad Brain Problems

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

Even a Tiny Bit of Drinking Damages Your Brain, Scientists Say

Even a Tiny Bit of Drinking Damages Your Brain, Scientists Say

By Foster Kamer

We Can Now Make Super Accurate 3D Printed Models of Patients’ Brains

We Can Now Make Super Accurate 3D Printed Models of Patients’ Brains

Research Shows Communication Between Both Halves of the Brain Increases With Age

Research Shows Communication Between Both Halves of the Brain Increases With Age

By Chelsea Gohd

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Neuroscience and Brain

This Genetic Discovery Could Change the Way We Treat Mental Illness

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Science & Energy

Researchers Use Brain Tests to Predict the Potential of Criminality in Toddlers

By June Javelosa