Researchers shot lasers into brain cells and triggered illusions on demand—a breakthrough that’s rewriting how we see the ...

Trying to document how single brain cells participate in networks that govern behavior is a daunting task. Brain probes ...

Led by neuroscientists Elizabeth Rizor and Viktoriya Babenko of the University of California, Santa Barbara, a team of ...

Researchers used lasers to record and stimulate the activity of neurons in mice to learn how the brain processes and interprets optical illusions.

Paying less attention to faces is one of the key markers of autism spectrum disorder. But while researchers have begun to ...

MIT scientists explore how the brain seamlessly processes visual information from both eyes without a perceptible seam, ...

The human brain shrinks as it ages, affecting the ability to remember — it’s part of life. Yet there are a lucky few, called “SuperAgers,” who possess a brain that fights back. For these people, ...

The goal isn’t perfection or giving up your favorite treats forever. Instead, it’s about making consistent, small choices that keep your brain fueled and functioning at its best.