A computer model developed by researchers from Japan and Seattle's Allen Institute could lead to new methods for studying ...

Scientists have shown that brain connectivity patterns can predict mental functions across the entire brain. Each region has ...

Touch is fundamental to how we perceive our own bodies and connect with others. A gentle brush stroke on our body can feel ...

The patient, whose identity has not been disclosed, received the implant in a region of the brain that controls movement. The implant consists of a small chip, slightly larger than a U.S. quarter, and ...

We usually don't think much about it, but our brain is pretty amazing! This three-pound organ is in charge of everything—from our thoughts and memories to our emotions and decision-making. And yet, ...

Cognitive functioning affects how people think and their ability to remember things. Impairment in this area of brain health may cause a decline in how someone responds to their environment mentally ...

For decades, the idea that creativity comes from the right side of the brain has dominated popular culture. People have been told they're either "right-brained" (creative, intuitive) or "left-brained" ...