The brain’s hemispheres are specialized for efficiency. Modern neuroscience shows lateralization enhances function without ...

The limbic system of the human brain controls emotions. While researchers don’t know all the structures within it, some key parts include the amygdala, hippocampus, limbic cortex, and hypothalamus.

The brain is the “control center” of the body. Together with the spinal cord, it makes up the central nervous system. Various parts of the brain are responsible for movement, breathing, and other ...

A brain circuit involved in addiction has been identified after researchers analysed smokers who immediately lost their nicotine cravings following brain damage. The finding could guide the use of ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Four years ago, a young boy had a large part of his brain removed. In the years that followed, he ...