Exploring the Brain, One Neuron at a Time

A study found that smoking was linked to a lower observed Parkinson’s risk, but quitting was associated with better overall survival, suggesting important trade-offs.

Studies suggest bilinguals are more creative in their native language, likely due to richer mental imagery, while using a second language can subtly dampen creativity, even at high proficiency.

Researchers found that an AI model’s prediction errors mirrored brain responses and perceived surprise, suggesting language models may reflect how the brain handles narrative surprises.

New research suggests exercise supports brain health by releasing a blood-borne factor that protects the aging brain.