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Findings point to promising strategies to rescue nerves in the brain’s hippocampus from ageing and Alzheimer’s

Researchers are developing ‘hypoxia in a pill’ drugs to treat disorders linked to dysfunctional mitochondria

Medically astounding and emotionally piercing, this look at the man who had the hardest job on Earth is exceptional viewing. Then he has a stunningly frank encounter with a woman who has hated him for three decades

Sleep is essential for feeling energized and being able to concentrate optimally, here are our easy tips to make sure you get the best rest

Javon Riley had ‘key role’ in Dalston drive-by that injured three men and left child with bullet in brain

In a world where sports are dominated by youth and speed, some athletes in their late 30s and even 40s are not just keeping up – they are thriving.

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Brain-computer interface cannot decode inner speech unless unlocked with a chosen keyword

For nearly a decade, scientists from Harvard University have also been uncovering lithium’s unexpected importance in the brain

You have probably heard the phrase “follow your gut” – often used to mean trusting your instinct and intuition. But in the context of the gut-brain axis, the phrase takes on a more literal meaning. Scientific research increasingly shows that the brain and gut are in constant, two-way communication. Once…