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Sickle cell disease is often thought of solely as a blood disorder, but new research from the Wood Neuro Research Group ...

Adults whose brains still have strong neuron production seem to have better memory and cognitive function than do those in whom the ability wanes, finds a study published today in Nature. The ...

How does a single cell reliably build one of the most complex structures known in nature? New research suggests the answer ...

Scientists discover that sickle cell disease forces the brain to recruit extra "attention backup" to maintain normal cognitive function.

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The human brain requires constant nourishment to maintain its complex network of billions of neurons, yet certain foods actively work against optimal brain function. While most people focus on foods ...