New research reveals a mental workaround that is activated through repetition and experience.

Scientists have long said we can’t multitask. A new study says we can - ‘This is unlocking a whole new set of questions,’ one ...

Researchers have long said that the human brain is not set up to multitask — but new research is challenging that understanding. Experts previously explained that when we believe we’re multitasking, ...

New research by Georgetown scientists shows how the brain rewires itself to automate learned tasks. The findings challenge a long-held understanding of how humans master complex skills, suggesting ...

Recent neuroscience studies using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) have enhanced our understanding of how sleep is related to learning and memory. A study just reported in the journal ...

In a study published in Cell on July 10, researchers reported the first comprehensive study of whole-brain projectomes of the macaque prefrontal cortex (PFC) at the single-neuron level and revealed ...

Scientist finds that a specific area of the brain is responsible for desire to seek and consume foodiStock A study led by the 10-member team of researchers from the University of Texas at El Paso ...

Making children laugh can build deep emotional connections and soothe their nervous systems, making them more resilient and open to new ideas, says a leading child development expert. Dr. Jacqueline ...