Scientists have debated for decades whether the human brain sprouts new neurons throughout life. What would it mean if it could — and how much evidence is enough?

Few nutrition topics generate more whiplash than artificial sweeteners. For years, they were sold as a free lunch: all the sweetness with none of the calories. Then came a run of alarming headlines: ...

Name brand GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have quickly become household names, akin to Tylenol or Advil, and their rise in popularity is only increasing. Originally developed to treat type 2 ...

What do fluorescent zebra fish and elite mountain climbers have in common? More than you might think. The Ontario Science Centre’s latest show links CRISPR technology to how humans adapt to high ...

Recent nootropic research reflects a shift from generalized “brain boost” claims to targeted, evidence-driven approaches focused on specific cognitive domains and responder populations. Modest but ...