The remarkable discovery paints an intriguing new picture of how our brains evolved over time.
One theory of human consciousness suggests that at some point in the past, our brains evolved the ability to connect to another dimension.
A new analysis of the bird's brain has revealed that the phrase 'dumb as a dodo' is likely completely baselesss.
A new study has revealed the surprising level of processing our brain can still achieve even when we are fast asleep.
Back in 2002, a man who had been attacked later woke up to find that his mental capabilities had massively increased.
A very unusual medical mystery saw a woman find out about her condition from mysterious voices in her own head.
A woman who was thought to have had no chance of recovery was seemingly cured by a strong jolt on the road.
Researchers have succeeded in partially reviving the frozen brain tissue of a mouse for the first time.
What if consciousness didn't simply arise from the physical brain, but was instead the basis of reality itself ?
New research into the mechanics of consciousness have revealed fascinating new insights into how it might arise.
Memory modification could become a reality in the not-too-distant future, according to neuroscientist Prof Steve Ramirez.
There is an ever-increasing risk of countries deploying mind-altering weapons on large groups of people.
Elon Musk's Neuralink hopes to use brain-computer interfaces to give people real-life 'superpowers'.
Neuroscientists were asked to offer their thoughts on this possibility as part of a recent study.
Ever had the feeling that something you are experiencing is new or 'alien', even when it shouldn't be ?
A new study has suggested that our innate psychic abilities may be getting suppressed by the brain.
A leading psychologist has identified an unusual burst of brain activity that occurs after a patient has died.
A controversial theory concerning the nature of consciousness has been gaining traction in recent years.
The research represents the first step toward a working mind control device - but there's still a long way to go.
New research suggests that the process of forming long-term memories might damage the brain's nerve cells.