Brewed for longevity: drinking coffee linked with healthy aging in women
Harvard University study reveals caffeinated coffee boosts mental and physical health, but tea and cola don’t.
Positive life outlook may protect against middle-aged memory loss, 16-year study suggests
University of Liverpool research reveals higher wellbeing linked to better memory scores, independent of depressive symptoms.
Psychedelic drug therapy may help treat alcohol addiction
NYU Langone Health researchers find psilocybin reduces heavy drinking by 83% when combined with psychotherapy sessions.
Hope is the key to a meaningful life, according to new research
University of Missouri study reveals hope surpasses happiness in fostering meaning, impacting relationships and physical health.
AI perceived more negatively than climate science or science in general
University of Pennsylvania study reveals public concerns about AI’s unintended consequences, despite less political polarisation.
Thinking in sync: How brain rhythms support intelligence
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz discover midfrontal theta wave synchronisation enhances cognitive flexibility and focus.
What the human brain can do that AI can’t
University of Amsterdam researchers reveal unique brain activations, showing AI’s limitations in understanding action opportunities.
Locations of treats are stored in specialized neural maps
Stanford University researchers find adaptable neural maps in mice, revealing insights into dementia and addiction behaviours.
How the brain solves complicated problems
MIT researchers uncover how humans use hierarchical and counterfactual reasoning strategies to navigate complex mental tasks.
From puck drop to brain pop: Analysing hockey fan reactions
University of Waterloo researchers discover passionate hockey fans’ brains show heightened activity during offensive faceoff moments.