Part of the visual cortex dedicated to recognizing objects appears predisposed to identifying words and letters, a study finds.

The lateral septum encodes spatial information with a special emphasis on where the reward lies.

Despite closing campus locations, the MIT Libraries continue to provide vital support for teaching, learning, and research.

A specialized MRI sensor reveals the neurotransmitter’s influence on neural activity throughout the brain.

The same neurons responsible for encoding reward also form new memories to suppress fearful ones.

Focusing awareness on the present moment can enhance academic performance and lower stress levels.

Noninvasive treatment improves memory and reduces amyloid plaques in mice.