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Scientists to examine if humans’ and dogs’ brains synchronise when they interact in a way similar to parents and babies

Truck collisions are among the most devastating types of traffic accidents, often resulting in severe injuries, including skull fractures.

Caring about the future these days feels like it’s in short supply. Thinking about what happens to the world around us after we’re gone is even rarer. And doing good, leaving the world better...well, I can count on one hand the people who hope to do just that. I don't mean…

IN FOCUS: For Harry Bullmore, alcohol played a part in many fond memories – but when he experimented with giving it up, several surprising benefits persuaded him to reassess his relationship with drinking

Main treatment option currently is risky surgery

Findings could lead to better memory enhancement techniques

Optical illusions are challenging to solve because they exploit the brain's interpretation of visual information. Our brain processes images based on patterns, depth, color, and prior experiences, often filling in gaps or making assumptions. Illusions cleverly manipulate these tendencies, creating ambiguity or conflicting signals between what we see and what…

Sleep hypnosis, reading and cutting out alcohol: just a few of the unconventional ways to sleep better in 2025

I asked an audiologist how white, pink, and brown noise influence your brain – and how you can use them to improve sleep, focus, and relaxation.