The brain

The brain is the organ that makes us human and the most complex organ in an organism. This mind-boggling structure is located at the centre of the nervous system and contains billions of neurons that can simultaneously process information from around the body. The brain is found in all vertebrates and most invertebrates, and is located in the head, usually closest to the sensory organs such as vision.

Scientists (and taxi drivers) may have discovered the secret to beating dementia

Finding the best route to beat Alzheimer's

The mystery of your ‘baby amnesia’ just got even weirder

Scientists are trying to work out why adults don’t remember being babies and it’s all a bit sci-fi.

Are you a night owl? You’re more at risk of depression. Here’s why

The good news is that there are ways to protect yourself.

We’ve finally discovered how your brain differs from a chimp’s: new study

Turns out that our brains are quite unique compared to our closest animal relatives – if you look hard enough.

Here's how a false memory could be planted in your brain

Research suggests that your recollections aren’t just worryingly fallible, they’re also surprisingly malleable. So could someone plant a false memory in your mind?

We finally know whether people see colours differently, scientists say

Many of us have wondered whether the colours we see look the same as those seen by others.

This protein could play a key role in treating Parkinson's, new study finds

A recent discovery could help scientists find treatments for the second most common neurodegenerative disease, which currently has no cure.

Here’s what your waist size says about your future brain health

Your waist size in middle age could be linked to your brain health later in life, a recent study found.

Here's what night sweats could tell you about your body

When you’re sleeping, your body’s meant to be resting – but something’s not right. Here’s what could be behind your night sweats… and how to make them stop.

The simple ways you can change your personality, according to a cognitive neuroscientist

Want to become more confident, extroverted or assertive? Science shows that with a few simple changes, you can unlock your best self.

Regularly reading articles like this will protect your brain from ageing: new study

Or any feature, book, or even email, according to new research.

The 17 worst ideas of the 21st century (so far)

Sorry, Google Glass

Could this be the bold new future of depression treatment?

A headset claims to treat depression, and it might be more than marketing hype.

Dementia breakthrough: Science can now measure your brain’s true ‘biological age’

Combining MRI scans and AI could reveal how old your brain is and how fast it’s ageing.

How to cut your dementia risk: 7 key lessons from the world’s best studies

The latest research is revealing clues about how you might be able to lower your chances of getting dementia. Here’s what the science says about keeping your mind sharp.

Why your brain won't shut up at night (and the simple way to shush it)

Trouble sleeping? A lot on your mind? Use this trick and sedate your synapses.

It’s time to change your relationship with dopamine

Going on a ‘dopamine detox’ probably isn’t going to boost your mood and focus.

The secret to a perfect morning routine probably isn't what you think

Starting the day at 2am or taking fistfuls of supplements each morning is unlikely to help you get ahead in life.

Here are 61 surprising ways Ozempic can change your body

Ozempic and Wegovy are best known for aiding weight loss, but their impact goes much further.

I’m a neuroscientist. Here's how gambling can change your brain

We now know that gambling can be as addictive as drugs, but there are factors that can make it even harder to quit.

How to finally break your procrastination habit, explained by a psychologist

Can't break a pattern of procrastination? Prof Fuschia Sirois explains the scientifically-backed ways to get back on task.