Anyone who has spent time around a talking parrot has probably wondered the same thing. Is the bird simply repeating sounds it has heard hundreds of times, or does it actually know what those words ...

Have you ever looked at an abstract painting and wondered what the artist was thinking? A splash of color on a canvas can ...

Summary: Researchers discovered the first definitive neural evidence of how the brain creates and reuses abstract symbols to think creatively. The research tracks the neural substrates of ...

Emerging evidence suggests that cellular senescence contributes to the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Cellular senescence is a state in which cells ...

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Abstract submissions are now open for the Cochrane Colloquium 2026, taking place in the vibrant and historic city of Kraków, Poland. This is your chance to showcase your work, spark new collaborations ...

Matthews is a fellow of science and technology policy at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy. Russell is the Huffington fellow in child health and L.E. Simmons senior fellow in health ...

Your favorite podcast mentions a new study about the health risks of seed oils. A viral social media post says that new research reveals the reason for rising cervical cancer rates. How can you be ...

Background: Observational studies that examine the comparative effectiveness of healthcare services often face challenges in controlling for confounding by indication. This study examines whether ...

Summary: A new study finds that actively engaging with artistic beauty, rather than just looking at art, enhances abstract thinking and psychological distancing, helping people see the bigger picture ...