A selection of science-based books from the year that together shine new light on who we are and why we think and act as we do.

Education in the brain sciences has evolved significantly, moving beyond conventional single-discipline structures to ...

About ten years ago, scientists began exploring an unconventional idea for studying the brain: using bioluminescent light to ...

Scientists at the Carney Institute for Brain Science have discovered specific patterns of electrical signals in the brain that may help forecast whether a person will go on to develop Alzheimer’s ...

In today’s competitive world, sports play an integral role in the development of our children, fostering teamwork, discipline and physical fitness. We often link sports and physical fitness. However, ...

Feeling warm or cold doesn’t just register on the skin—it changes how connected we feel to our own bodies. Research shows ...

Warmth and cold shape body awareness, emotions, and mental health in ways science is only starting to understand.

How do champion skaters accomplish their extraordinary jumps and spins? Brain science is uncovering clues. By Pam Belluck Pam Belluck is a neuroscience reporter and figure skating fan. The recent ...

Weight loss restored healthy metabolism in both young and mid-aged mice, but the brain told a different story. In mid-aged ...

Ever wonder what goes on inside your head? From March 10-14, 2025, Science Friday is hosting Hack Your Brain—your chance to delve deep into the workings of the brain and discover its secrets. Because ...

Neurosurgeon clarifies that AirPods do not increase brain cancer risk, highlighting that Bluetooth signals are significantly ...