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Portuguese researchers discovered that a basic dictation task can reveal signs of cognitive decline in older adults through timing and stroke patterns. This breakthrough could transform how doctors screen for dementia using nothing more than pen and paper.
Scientists at Northwestern University discovered a biomarker that could lead to the first effective treatment for cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia, potentially helping millions live independently. A single injection improved brain function in early tests with no negative side effects.
Scientists discovered that common flu antivirals like Tamiflu might help reverse the inflammation causing cognitive problems in people living with HIV. The breakthrough could improve quality of life for millions as the HIV population ages.
Scientists created an AI tool that shows which parts of your brain age faster, opening new doors for preventing memory loss and protecting brain health as we grow older.
Scientists in Singapore have identified a protein that can restore aging brain cells' ability to regenerate, potentially protecting memory and learning as we grow older. The breakthrough could lead to treatments that slow or reverse cognitive decline.
A groundbreaking 12-year study of 11,000 seniors reveals that 45% improved their physical and cognitive abilities over time. The secret? How they think about aging itself.
A groundbreaking study shows that escaping poverty doesn't just fill wallets—it measurably improves adult cognitive abilities. China's massive anti-poverty program boosted both memory and problem-solving skills for millions.
A Yale study tracking 11,000 older Americans over 12 years found that 45% improved in cognitive ability, physical performance, or both. Your beliefs about aging may predict whether you're one of them.
An 80-year-old woman who hadn't spoken in five years began talking for hours just 19 hours after taking psilocybin mushrooms. The breakthrough case study suggests that cognitive abilities lost to Alzheimer's might not be gone forever, just hidden.
Scientists discovered that octogenarians with exceptional memory grow twice as many new brain cells as their peers, offering hope for preventing cognitive decline. This groundbreaking research reveals the brain's ability to keep generating neurons well into old age.
Five years after a traumatic brain injury left her with memory loss and emotional struggles, Tracy Meyers discovered an AI program that transformed her recovery. Now she's sharing her journey to help other survivors find hope.
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A Cambridge neuroscience company has given over 1,500 iPads and iPhones to charities since 2022, turning retired research devices into lifelines for homeless families, refugees, and hospitalized children. The program helps teenagers in domestic violence shelters catch up on schoolwork and keeps sick children connected to their education.
A quick cycling session shields your brain from losing its automatic learning power. Scientists found that just 20 minutes of moderate exercise prevents the natural fade in motor skills that happens after rest.
Despite one drug failing trials this week, researchers say multiple other experimental treatments for Angelman syndrome are advancing with real hope for families. Scientists believe genetic medicines could soon restore communication and cognitive abilities in patients with this rare developmental condition.
A Swiss Brown cow in Austria has become the first of her species ever recorded using tools, wielding a brush to scratch different parts of her body with surprising precision. Scientists say her ability to use one tool for multiple purposes has only been convincingly documented in chimpanzees outside of humans.
Scientists confirm that challenging your brain doesn't have to feel like work. Three simple, enjoyable activities can build protection against cognitive decline and keep your mind healthy for decades.
A new Canadian study reveals that expert birders have denser brain tissue in areas linked to attention and perception. The same cognitive benefits likely extend to bird photographers who spend hundreds of hours honing their craft.
New research reveals that becoming a parent triggers lasting brain changes that may improve cognitive function and protect against memory decline. Both mothers and fathers experience these powerful neurological adaptations that persist for years.
MIT researchers discovered that older adults' language processing remains just as sharp as young people's, even while other mental abilities decline. The finding offers hope that specialized brain networks may be more resilient to aging than scientists previously understood.
Adults who escaped poverty through China's nationwide program scored higher on cognitive tests afterward, with some gaining the equivalent of years of mental sharpness. The findings suggest lifting people out of economic hardship doesn't just improve bank accounts—it restores brainpower.
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