Touch a hot pan and you’ll reflexively withdraw your hand. That’s because a special type of pain-sensing nerves transmits a jolt of pain, which acts like a warning signal to prevent further injury.

While unpleasant, pain exists for a reason: it directs our attention to an injury so we can take care of it and prevent further damage.

The video is a fun explanation of the neurological basis of the phantom limb syndrome.

Why are birds used to study language? Where is language located in the brain? Help your students answer these questions and more with this classroom presentation.

For Valentine's Day, read up on how love affects the brain.

Math is everywhere. We use it all the time without even realizing it. But for people with the neurological learning disorder dyscalculia, simple calculations can pose a huge challenge.

Have you ever wondered what life would be like without the sense of smell? Learn more about a rare condition called congenital anosmia and how the brain processes smell.

This video explains what neuroscience has uncovered about what happens while we sleep.

Imagine hearing a bird chirp and seeing the color yellow. This is what life may be like for someone with synesthesia. Explore the unique experiences of a synesthete and learn more about this rare condition.