New research proposes a unified theory of brain function based on criticality—a state where the brain teeters between order ...

Our brains may work best when teetering on the edge of chaos. A new theory suggests that criticality a sweet spot between order and randomness is the secret to learning, memory, and adaptability. When ...

The brain weighs factors based on their importance to oneself and one’s social world as part of a complex calculation ...

If the world feels out of control, dystopian, or even apocalyptic, it's possible to change course. The fate of the human species may be at stake!

What happens when you hold your breath goes far beyond that quick dizzy spell. From plummeting oxygen levels to unexpected ...

Most people don’t expect dreams to be part of grief, and yet in our sleep, grief often speaks through dreams. We may be ...

The number of people used, whether it be a junior banker, analyst or a salesperson, you just don’t need to throw bodies at it ...

Rejecting the cacophony of the current age, Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds listens to the silence between the notes.

Roughly 1.5 miles from the trailhead, you’ll reach Vernal Fall Footbridge – both a magnificent viewpoint and a moment of decision for hikers. This spot offers a perfectly respectable vista for those ...

A new study finds that entering N2 sleep—a deep phase of non-rapid eye movement sleep—may help lead to more “eureka” ...

How enduring mild physical discomfort helps the brain build new reference points for tolerance. If the thought of going to ...

June 2, 2025 — Listening to sound doesn t just trigger brain activity it reshapes your brain s internal networks in real time. Scientists have unveiled a powerful new imaging method, FREQ-NESS ...