Medicine and Physiology

An unusual brain fold appears only in a portion of the population, and is associated with mental traits as well as with the onset timing of dementia.

Amnesia is a general term for memory loss, caused by physiological or psychological factors. What do we know about it?

The metaphor “heartbreak” has a real physiological basis and emotional stress inflicts pain akin to physical pain

Many adorn their bodies with tattoos. What happens during tattooing? Are there risks, and how does the immune system respond?

A new study suggests using focused ultrasound waves directed at the brain for pain relief.

What are hereditary diseases and syndromes? Exploring the unpleasant side of the genetics we inherit from our parents

Millions of people suffer from it but very little is known about its causes. What can we do about migraines?

Is there a link between brain size and intelligence? Six common mistakes regarding the organ residing in our skulls

The brain’s response to memories of similar events follows common patterns across people, but differs with traumatic memories.

What essential information do you need about blood type before receiving a transfusion to ensure it doesn’t endanger your life?

Our sense of smell weakens with age – a change we might overlook.

Freud’s concept of the subconscious mind lacked a scientific basis, yet modern brain research identifies phenomena that align with its principles.

A new study identifies a potential source for the tinnitus phenomenon.

How many apples on the tree? Quick answer: ‘four’, but beyond that the answer tends to be: ‘a lot’

We all yawn, and the urge to yawn is highly contagious, yet science remains puzzled by this phenomenon

Research in the field of brain health tends to overlook women. Why isn’t it enough to study men?

Our brain is equipped with an efficient mechanism for face recognition. This is precisely why it is so easy to confuse – if one knows how

Some doctors recommend taking aspirin as a preventative treatment for ischemic stroke. But its use may cause a second kind of stroke

The placebo effect in humans leads to perceived improvement with inactive treatments. Does this also occur in animals

What does science have to say about the factor and dynamics of prominent phobias?

While there are no efficient tests for early detection of prostate and testicular cancer, numerous ways exist for men to take care of their health

Muscles soreness after exercise is due to microscopic tears in muscle fibers, rather than buildup of lactic acid

Why do we touch the painful areas of our bodies? Research shows that touch reduces pain and offers possible explanations.

It is unclear why we talk in our sleep, but science is beginning to shed light on some related questions