Hantavirus, a respiratory virus spread by rodents, has been in the news recently. Experts explain what you need to know about ...

In a new study, researchers have found that mice can instinctively exhibit rescue-like behavior toward anesthetized ...

University of Michigan researchers have found that certain psychedelic compounds improve the brain’s ability to adapt and ...

“On day 1, the brain doesn’t represent the space very well,” says research scientist Wei Guo, the study’s lead author.

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Sleeping on the job! That was one reaction to a report by The Sunday Times that Heathrow chief executive ...

What if we could obtain the memory, learning and perception benefits of “power naps” without actually sleeping? The team first trained five monkeys on a task evaluating image orientations and ...

Mouth taping, intended to promote nasal breathing during sleep, is popular despite limited scientific support. It may reduce snoring, bad breath, and fatigue. However, side effects and safety ...

Getting enough sleep is easier said than done — that's where napping comes in handy. Whether you're looking to catch up on rest after a sleepless night or relax in the afternoon, napping is an ...

Summary: A new study reveals how the brain reprocesses and refines memories during sleep, particularly those related to spatial learning. Researchers tracked rats’ hippocampal neuron activity for up ...

Here's all you need to know about sleep disorders, irregular sleep schedules, insomnia, when to see a specialist, and more.