A new study published in eLife has found that a remarkably rare type of neuron acts as a master conductor for the brain’s ...

High blood pressure in midlife speeds up cognitive decline and is a risk factor for mild cognitive impairment and dementia in later life.

Severe stress can change the way the brain works, disrupting blood flow and signal exchange between neurons. A key role in ...

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Measuring blood flow in the brain is critical for understanding response to a range of neurological problems, including stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and vascular dementia. Obtaining such ...

Setup of the laser speckle contrast optical spectroscopy system used to monitor scalp and brain blood flow during temporary blockage of a major scalp artery near the temple. WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2025 ...

Like a bouncer guarding the entrance to an exclusive nightclub, the blood-brain barrier - a dense layer of cells surrounding ...