Think of the brain as if it were a house. Insulated from its environment, a house relies on complex networks—pipes, drains, and disposal systems—that interface with the outside world to keep the home ...

Neuronal protein tracing maps how waste exits the brain, revealing region‑specific drainage routes and showing how inflammation and Alzheimer’s disrupt clearance.

Overview of specific immune cells of the gut–brain axis. Interconnected compartments, beginning with brain-resident immune cells such as microglia and astrocytes, which help maintain central nervous ...

Despite significant advances, mortality from brain tumors remains high with five-year survival rates of 36%, according to the National Cancer Institute. More accurate diagnoses might improve the ...

When it comes to brain cells, neurons get the most attention. Their central role in our thoughts, sensations and behaviors has captivated scientists. But neurons are only half the story: glia, ...

Perhaps the most mysterious organ in the body, the brain continues to astound scientists despite the countless hours they've spent attempting to decipher its inner workings. Each new discovery about ...