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Can fMRI actually read minds? The hype, reality and challenges

If we could observe brain activity through the skull and track what happens while an individual thinks, makes decisions or experiences emotions, we would gain profound insights into the workings of the mind

Dr. Adi Yaniv, Ofir Kuperman/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.15.25

The clock in your mind: Time perception and the body

Numerous factors can disrupt our perception of time but how does the brain interpret the passage of time, and what are the physiological and psychological implications of this process?

Rotem Mika/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.01.25

Late to evolve, early to decline: exploring human brain aging

A new study reveals that regions of the human brain that underwent significant changes in the later stages of evolution are also the first to show signs of aging

Oryan Zacks/Davidson Institute of Science | 02.22.25

Telepathy: Extrasensory perception or population stereotypes?

While the existence of telepathy remains unproven, many events that appear to suggest mind-to-mind communication may have more straightforward psychological explanations

Gal Perlman/Davidson Institute of Science | 02.15.25

Dementia risk? Scientists sound alarm on surging microplastic levels in brain

Experts find 50% rise in brain microplastics, with drastically higher levels recorded in dementia patients; expert warns of increased stroke risk and shares tips to reduce exposure, highlighting common mistakes

Tzur Gueta | 02.06.25

Unlocking dopamine: The brain’s feel-good neurotransmitter

Dopamine is associated with Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia, plays a critical role in learning and movement processes and determines what brings us satisfaction and what we become addicted to; the brain's multi-functional mediator

Oryan Zacks/Davidson Institute of Science | 01.18.25

From birth to old age - How our brain transforms through life

Pruning, reorganization, connectivity, and degeneration - how does our brain change throughout life, and how does this affect our functioning?

Rotem Mika/ Weizmann Institute of Science | 12.27.24

Lack of sleep in your 40s may accelerate brain aging, study shows

'Sleep is the third essential need after air and water, as sleep debt impacts focus, memory, mood, coordination and reaction times,' expert says

Tzur Gueta | 11.21.24

Israeli study uncovers secrets behind human brain's unique size and complexity

Hebrew University researchers develop method to study ancient brain epigenetics without preserved brain tissue, using algorithms to reconstruct DNA methylation patterns from bones, offering new insights into human brain evolution and its unique capabilities

Tzur Gueta | 11.21.24

Israeli study links blood sugar levels, brain aging process

Blood sugar levels are key factor in brain degradation process in people, study by international experts led by Ben-Gurion University team shows

Eitan Gefen | 11.04.24

Two distinct brain pathways to addiction

A study on mice unexpectedly revealed that the negative reinforcements hindering withdrawal from painkillers involve a distinct brain mechanism from the positive reinforcement that initially drives drug dependence

Tal Fisher/ Weizmann Institute of Science | 10.25.24

Scientists unveil first complete map of adult fruit fly brain

Detailed map reveals over 8,400 neuron types, including 4,581 newly discovered, providing unprecedented insight into neural circuitry

Ynetnews | 10.10.24

What are 'Jennifer Aniston neurons' in the brain?

Are there cells in the brain that respond to a specific concept or entity, such as a particular actress? Science's answer changed from a casual chuckle to a confident 'yes' and then to a more nuanced 'not exactly'

Rotem Mika/Davidson Institute of Science | 09.27.24

Driven mad by everyday sounds? Misophonia could be the reason

What causes selective sound sensitivity syndrome, which triggers feelings of disgust, irritability and anger in those affected when exposed to specific noises—and is there a treatment to alleviate the distress? Here are 12 key facts about misophonia

Smadar Cohen Terkel | 09.14.24

Here's what you can do to delay or prevent Alzheimer's

The disease is considered the most common condition of dementia and its progression is inevitable; however, experts offer some advice on how you can lower the risk of getting it by up to 40%

Dr. Shelly Sternberg, Dr. Roy Malka | 09.03.24