Putting your weight into opening a door (say, with your shoulder) is easier than using your hands. Sliding heavy cardboard ...

The cerebrum, especially the cerebral cortex, has long been thought to be the important part of our brain. However, the ...

Discovery is debuting a new science show called The Big Brain Theory, and these aren't the parents'-basement nerds television has gotten so lazy about presenting.

Check out the big brain on Brad! Researchers believe there could be some truth to the (pulp) fiction line, as a recent study has shown that our brains may in fact be getting bigger over time. The ...

Elyse G.’s brain is fabulous. It’s also missing a big chunk A new project explores interesting brains to better understand neural flexibility ...

Researchers have made progress against ‘the skull challenge,’ getting through barriers that prohibit ultrasound from imaging ...

Big brain memes have carved out a unique niche in internet culture, offering a blend of humor, sarcasm, and pseudo-intellectual commentary. These memes, typically characterized by exaggerated ...

A study of more than 10,000 brain scans found that just 25 minutes of weekly exercise leads to bigger, healthier brains.

Get ready, reality TV fans! The genre is about to get brainier.On most competitive reality shows, players are rewarded for popularity, personality and on occasion, perplexing behavior. But that's ...

The secret to our big brain may lie in the microbes that help the body break down food and produce energy. The findings are detailed in a study published December 2 in the journal Microbial Genomics.

Why your brain struggles with big numbers : Short Wave In celebration of our 1000th episode, we're wrapping our heads around big numbers. Educational neuroscientist Elizabeth Toomarian talks about ...

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