In the well-known thought experiment known as the prisoner's dilemma, one individual has to decide whether to stay silent or ...

Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have identified a brain circuit linked to anxiety that may provide a new drug target, ...

Researchers have identified a second dopamine-driven "clock" in the brain that works alongside the biological 24-hour cycle, ...

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Key cells in the brain, neurons, form networks by exchanging signals, enabling the brain to learn and adapt at incredible ...

For maggots, the experience of eating a succulent meal isn’t just about how their food tastes, but also how it feels. Researchers used genetic tools to reveal that certain neurons in the brain control ...

One of the most appealing aspects of poker is the psychological battles between players. Through well timed bluffs and ...

Each time a person undergoes stress the brain releases cortisol hormones. Cortisol binds to glucocorticoid receptors and tells the body to prepare its “fight-or-flight” response. This hormone also ...

In a world full of distractions, mastering cognitive skills is more important than ever. Find out how empathy, mindfulness, ...

Why We Need Fast-Acting Anxiety Relief Now More Than Ever Anxiety isn’t just feeling nervous before a big event—it can be relentless, overwhelming, and even debilitating. Traditional treatments like ...

Weill Cornell Medicine investigators have identified in a preclinical model a specific brain circuit whose inhibition appears ...

“It’s like using the Force” on a computer cursor, according to Noland Arbaugh, referencing the Star Wars energy field.