In a new JNeurosci paper, a Boston College research team led by John Christianson explored how a pathway between two areas of ...

Neuroscience research shows that Sudoku isn’t just a fun pastime—it actively engages brain regions tied to memory, focus, and problem-solving. Studies reveal it can stimulate the prefrontal cortex, ...

When a writer comes up with a striking metaphor, when an engineer solves a tricky problem by combining seemingly unrelated ...

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation is already FDA approved for major depressive disorder. Researchers think it could offer drug-free relief for moms.

Researchers identify the rostral prefrontal cortex as the essential bridge between spontaneous and executive brain networks ...

A minor under the legal age of 14 who commits a crime but is not subject to criminal punishment. Society calls them ‘juvenile ...

Many horse owners think the existence of the prefrontal cortex is a major controversy in equine science. It’s not. It’s just an area that’s riddled with misinformation. Curiously, most people—horsey ...

The prefrontal cortex isn’t just brain real estate — it’s the control hub for decisions, emotions, and creativity. From resisting impulses to solving problems, this region quietly shapes who we are.