Early in life, neural networks in the brain's memory center are highly connected, and they are only later refined into ...

The first steps, the first words, a favorite toy or a birthday — most people can't remember almost anything from the first ...

Previous research has found that the human brain reaches maturity sometime in the 20s, but a new study suggests that it never stops developing. Neuroscientists at the University of Cambridge have ...

A large study of brain scans shows that our neural wiring evolves through five major stages from birth to late old age. These phases are separated by sudden turning points that mark big shifts in how ...

The human brain has four distinct turning points where its structure changes, according to a study published in the journal Nature Communications, demonstrating that brain development is not as linear ...

A new study reveals that the memory for a specific experience is stored in multiple parallel 'copies'. These are preserved for varying durations, modified to certain degrees, and sometimes deleted ...

People who are cognitively healthy in their 30s and 40s can lose brain volume without any measurable hit to their memory. But ...

As school holidays usher in later bedtimes and increased screen time, the structured rhythm of term-time often gives way to a more relaxed schedule. While this newfound freedom can initially excite ...

Findings of the study suggest that the natural compounds found in blueberries may support brain development and emotional well-being, although more studies are still needed.