We become forgetful as we age. This is often seen as a universal truth, but in fact it is far from universal: some people remain incredibly sharp at 100 years old, while others experience memory loss ...

The vagus nerve is a direct link between the gut and brain. Scientists have now used a mouse model to show that changes in ...

Researchers say becoming highly skilled in a relaxing outdoor hobby could help strengthen brain regions linked to attention ...

Age is more than just one number. While neuroscientists used to think of cognitive aging as a single trendline, they now ...

Researchers found that gut microbes may contribute to memory loss by disrupting signals between the intestine and the brain.

Scientists have identified a critical breakdown in the cellular machinery that produces proteins in aging brains.

Evidence suggests reactivations of the varicella-zoster virus may accelerate aging and raise dementia risk. Now scientists want to know if vaccines and antivirals could help protect the brain.

Although we've all experienced the sensation of "eating" with our eyes and noses before food meets mouth, much less is known about the information superhighway, known as the vagus nerve, that sends ...

Surviving cancer at a young age may come with an unexpected cost: faster aging at both the cellular and brain levels. Researchers found that survivors often show signs of being biologically older than ...

Leading international researchers in longevity and brain health, including Harvard professor David Sinclair, will gather in ...