The human brain holds a staggering number of connections, yet scientists have long struggled to explain how it stores so much ...

Scientists found special brain connections in seals and sea lions that help control vocal sounds. This may explain how speech evolved.

Human brains can sense rhythm and melody from birth, showing music may be part of biology rather than something learned.

Researchers have now discovered that HAR123, a regulatory gene sequence, is an important factor in human brain development. Even though humans are closely related to chimps, the slight differences in ...

Despite advances in psychology, neuroscience, and biology, certain behaviors still leave scientists scratching their heads.

Have you ever felt calmer almost as soon as you step into the woods? Or maybe noticed your busy mind soften as you look out ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Researchers have discovered that rhythmic muscle movements in the gut could explain how blood vessels in the brain work together.

Share on Pinterest Our brains may only reach adulthood in our 30s, a recent study says. Image credit: Johner Images/Getty Images The brain develops through distinct phases over the course of a ...