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'Breaking,' aka breakdancing, is in the Olympics for the 1st time — here's the brain science behind it
Here's the brain science of breaking, the dance style making its Olympic debut in Paris.
'This is largely uncharted territory': Scientists reveal the brain's 'fear circuit' works differently than we thought
New methods applied in live mice suggest that molecules called neuropeptides, not neurotransmitters, play the main role in our response to danger.
Why do we see colors that aren't there?
Here's how our brains construct color in our environment.
What causes blushing? Science finally reveals the answer.
A new study harnessed Mariah Carey karaoke and brain scans to reveal the neuroscience behind blushing.
'We can't answer these questions': Neuroscientist Kenneth Kosik on whether lab-grown brains will achieve consciousness
So much is still unknown about consciousness, nevermind whether brain organoids will achieve it, explains a leading neuroscientist.
Magic mushrooms temporarily 'dissolve' brain network responsible for sense of self
Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, reduces the synchronicity within a brain network responsible for reflection and the sense of self.
What is ASMR, and why do only some people experience it?
If you've ever fallen into a rabbit hole of ASMR videos, you might wonder how the peculiar sensation comes about. Here's what we know.
People are falling in love with AI. Should we worry?
AI romantic companions can save some people from loneliness, but they also have a dark side.
