New research shows that the brain’s cortex can rapidly reorganize itself after losing neurons, allowing other nerve cells to take over lost functions.

How the brain largely maintains its function when neurons are lost—this is what researchers at the University Medical Center ...

The cerebral cortex, the outermost layer of the brain, is the central driver of various human capabilities, including ...

For soldiers and civilians alike, "just following orders" may override our moral compass.

David Hubel and Torsten Wiesel discovered how the cerebral cortex processes visual information. Their research won them the ...

David Hubel and Torsten Wiesel discovered how the cerebral cortex processes visual information. Their research won them the ...

From the laboratory she directs at King's College London, Beatriz Rico investigates the mechanisms of our interneuronal ...

From affecting memory retention to increasing the risk of cognitive decline, here’s how screen can affect brain health.

The capacity to prevent unwanted thoughts is important for cognitive function and mental health. Anderson et al. describe insights into the neural mechanisms of the inhibitory control of thought ...

Toothed whales use sound to find their way around, detect objects, and catch fish. They can investigate their environment by ...