Neurons cannot release their neurotransmitters without calcium, making this remarkable mineral crucial for everything we do — from movement, to memory, and more.

It’s clear that genes, receptors and neurons all play a role in detecting odors. But much of how we make sense of what we sniff remains mysterious.

Scientists explored the worlds of AI and octopus intelligence at BrainFacts LIVE, a public event held in Chicago during Neuroscience 2024, the Society for Neuroscience’s annual meeting.

Excessive smartphone and internet use can come with cognitive costs for students. How are schools navigating these classroom technology bans?

Circadian rhythms encourage our systems to operate on a 24-hour cycle, resulting in changes in mood and cognition when disrupted.

Brain Awareness Week is March 15–21! Get involved with our at-home activities.

And other neuroscience news you may have missed in November 2022.

Conspiracy theories take advantage of our pattern-seeking brains by grabbing attention, triggering strong emotions, and giving meaning to random events. Researchers think dopamine could be to blame when people forgo the facts for fiction.

Researching the brain and mind requires a major financial investment on a global scale, and takes place in a wide variety of locations and organizations.

Don’t forget Brain Awareness Week is coming up in March. This year be fully prepared with these resources.