Between amygdala and prefrontal cortex, the brain turns alarm into controlled experience. Fear becomes play. Fear is an emotion we try to avoid in daily life, yet we eagerly seek it out in entertainment. Horror films, haunted houses, roller coasters, escape rooms — everywhere, humans put themselves face to face with imaginary dangers. But why…
Ultra-weak photon emissions have been measured from the human brain. A finding that could expand how we study brain activity. Our brain never ceases to surprise us. After revealing its electrical waves and magnetic fields, it unveils another secret: it emits light. Researchers have detected photons—those tiny particles of light—escaping from the heads of volunteers…
Why do certain forms of violence become a source of entertainment? The rise of “trash streaming” raises questions about empathy in the digital age. On August 18, 2025, Jean Pormanove died live on camera after nearly 300 hours of continuous streaming on the platform Kick. At just 46 years old, he unwillingly became a tragic…
The quiet one in a group may seem withdrawn, but is far from absent.Their behavior reveals subtle links between brain activity, emotional regulation, and social context. In every family, classroom, coffee shop, or team meeting, there’s always one person who holds back. They listen, observe, sometimes smile… but rarely speak. While others jump in, interrupt,…
Does memory truly fade with age or does it transform? Aging isn’t just about wrinkles or grey hair. It’s a much deeper transformation—one that quietly reshapes us from within, deep in the folds of our brain. Once regarded as an inevitable or marginal phenomenon, aging is now at the forefront of scientific and societal concerns….
Far from being a sign of decline, aging can become a source of authority. In some societies, elders embody memory, justice, and social cohesion. Tensions run so high that the slightest gesture could spark a clash. Suddenly, silence falls. An old man steps forward, his slow pace sharply contrasting with the agitation of the young,…
Rather than mimicking human performance, some researchers are focusing on its underlying mechanisms. Using brain data, they are paving the way for AI systems closer to human cognition. Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing at breathtaking speed, but its foundations remain very different from those of the human brain. The most powerful artificial neural networks rely…
What happens when no thoughts seem accessible? The brain doesn’t simply stop. We often imagine our thoughts as a continuous stream of images, words, and memories. However, most of us have experienced a sudden inner void a moment when nothing seems clear, and no identifiable thoughts emerge. This phenomenon, known as mind blanking, has sparked…
Can we restore plasticity in an Alzheimer’s brain? Early experimental findings suggest it may be possible. Alzheimer’s disease affects millions worldwide and still lacks a curative treatment. Existing medications mostly target amyloid plaques and tau proteins, but they fail to halt cognitive decline. Neuroscientists now agree that the real casualties of this disease are the…
The body is the child’s first learning tool.Through movement and exploration, children develop motor, emotional, and cognitive abilities simultaneously. To grow is to conquer, step by step physically and mentally,It’s a long and delicate choreography, where every gesture attempted, every movement explored, and every balance achieved helps shape the child. Long before learning to read…