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The fountain of youth hasn’t been found — but swimming may come close
A growing body of research suggests that swimming provides a unique boost to our brain health. Neurobiologist Seena Mathew explains what scientists know -- and what they're still figuring out.
Posted Aug 2021
Ask one question to help dispel your morning dread
Most of us know have been in its grip before -- the alarm goes off, our mind starts whirring away, and before you know it, we've done a freefall into worry. Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett has been there, too, and she tells us how we can stop the spiral.
Posted Feb 2019
A scientist explores the mysteries of the gut-brain connection
The brain in your head and the one in your gut are always exchanging info. But how do they do it? Neuroscientist Diego Bohórquez is trying to find out the answers.
Posted Dec 2017