In an unprecedented new study, researchers have shown neurotransmitters in the human brain are released during the processing of the emotional content of language, providing new insights into how ...

In a world where loneliness and social anxiety are on the rise, understanding the brain’s chemistry has never been more important. Behind many of our emotional reactions lies a small but powerful ...

Imagine waking up on a sunny Saturday morning. Your two kids and the family dogs jump into bed, filling the room with laughter and wagging tails. You feel a surge of happiness, relishing in this warm, ...

Brain scans suggest probiotic yogurt may subtly influence brain chemistry and connectivity, alongside changes in the gut ...

Have you ever wondered why some people panic at the sight of a spider while others remain perfectly calm? Fear serves as humanity's ancient guardian, keeping us alive through generations of dangers.

Virginia Tech Translational Biology, Medicine and Health graduate student Zach Hutelin at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute demonstrates a pump system he engineered to measure participants’ ...

What happens inside your brain when you fall in love and why does it feel so intense? It turns out, love is not just an emotion, it’s a complex process that involves powerful chemicals and brain ...

Lifelong plasticity is a core principle of neuroscience, yet it operates within real limits shaped by effort, stress and ...