Reality flows continuously but we perceive it as a series of events — why? One theory suggests we structure our experiences from our subconscious predictions of ongoing events. These predictions are compared to reality — leading us to create distinct boundaries as expectations and events change.

Alpha-synuclein proteins assist in neurotransmitter release. But if the proteins clump up, they can contribute to neurodegeneration seen in Parkinson’s. Scientists are examining how they spread and how our brains clear these toxic clumps.

How tightly is violence tied to mental illness? Not as tight as US journalism makes it appear, researchers say.

When the Calgary Brain Bank receives a donation, neuroscientist Jeffrey Joseph meticulously divvies up tissue samples for researchers to study.

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Diet, exercise, and mental stimulation can keep our brains healthy as we age.

The idea that waking a sleepwalker could give them a heart attack or cause brain damage is a myth. But try not to wake them if you don’t have to.

Fear responses help us confront life-threatening situations — but not all fears threaten our survival. Through fear conditioning, we can come to fear otherwise harmless scenarios.

Test your knowledge of the cerebrum, its lobes, and their functions with these flashcards.