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- May 28
Missing link between Alzheimer's and vascular disease found?

- May 27
Sugar-studded protein is key to Alzheimer's disease and its potential cure

- May 26
Scientists identify how the brain links memories

- May 21
Certain lifestyle activities reduce cognitive decline, study finds

- May 21
Cranberries can improve memory and ward off dementia

- May 16
Strange dreams might help your brain learn better, study finds

- May 16
AI algorithm trained to detect unhappiness on social media

- May 14
Video games can boost children's intelligence, study finds

- May 12
Designer neurons offer new hope for treatment of Parkinson’s disease

- May 11
Seven hours of sleep is optimal in middle and old age, say researchers

- May 8
Nature helps mental health, research says—but only for rich, white people?

- May 7
New drug slows cognitive decline and brain damage from dementia

- May 7
This is what happens to the human brain over time in space

- May 6
This is how your brain focuses and learns new tasks

- Apr 25
Satisfaction with life linked to brain chemistry

- Apr 19
Are people more willing to empathize with animals or with other humans?

- Apr 19
How to reduce loneliness: Meaningful activities can improve health, well-being

- Apr 18
Can ultrasound help treat Alzheimer’s, Dementia and the brain?

- Apr 16
Drug that cures alcoholism may be the next anti-anxiety medication