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New discovery: Tylenol stops pain at the nerves, before it hits the brain

A new study from Hebrew University reveals that acetaminophen doesn't just work in the brain — it also blocks pain…

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What happens when our brain goes blank

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. My thoughts often feel like endless…

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Shocking brain cancer breakthrough: Electric fields supercharge immune assault

A new study led by Keck Medicine of USC researchers may have uncovered an effective combination therapy for glioblastoma, a…

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The dopamine clock: How your brain predicts when you’ll feel good

A small region of the brain, known as the ventral tegmental area (VTA), plays a key role in how we…

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Krakencoder predicts brain function 20x better than past methods

Using an algorithm they call the Krakencoder, researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine are a step closer to unraveling how the…

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Decades-old assumptions about brain plasticity upended

A new study from Pitt researchers challenges a decades-old assumption in neuroscience by showing that the brain uses distinct transmission…

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Brain training game offers new hope for drug-free pain management

A trial of an interactive game that trains people to alter their brain waves has shown promise as a treatment…

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Dancing brainwaves: How sound reshapes your brain networks in real time

What happens inside your brain when you hear a steady rhythm or musical tone? According to a new study from…

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Sustained in the brain: How lasting emotions arise from brief stimuli, in humans and mice

We don't always understand our emotions, but we couldn't lead normal lives without them. They steer us through life, guiding…

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Mindfulness and brain stimulation could reduce bladder leaks

Arriving home after a long day may be a relief, but for some people, seeing their front door or inserting…

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