Could this protein explain why migraine is more common in women?

Could this protein explain why migraine is more common in women?

Neurology / Neuroscience

5-minute breathing 'workout' may benefit heart and brain health New research finds that using a breathing device that strengthens breathing muscles for 5 minutes can lower blood pressure and boost cognition.

Could this protein explain why migraine is more common in women? An animal study shows that certain nervous system responses to a protein that scientists have long known to play a role in migraine occur only in females.

What is the difference between a headache and a migraine? While most people experience a headache occasionally, migraine is a condition that causes severe head pain and other symptoms. Learn more about the differences here.

Syncing brain waves may fight age-related memory problems Working memory tends to decline with age, and this problem is characterized by poor synchronicity between brain regions. Can researchers 'fix' this issue?

Simply seeing reminders of coffee can perk up the brain Coffee-related cues may increase focus and alertness in the same way that actual coffee does, according to the findings of a new study.

Alcohol use disorder: Brain damage may progress despite sobriety Scientists have compared the brains of people with alcohol use disorder with those of people without the disorder. They also studied rodents.

Can scientists 'hack' memory? Is it possible to manipulate memory formation and consolidation? And why would we want to do it? We explore these questions in this Spotlight feature.

How use of digital devices may influence obesity risk People who tend to frequently switch between digital media devices appear to have a greater risk of obesity, according to the findings of a new study.