Neuroscience has come a long way in its brief history. In 1960, neuroscientists could see and track only one to two neurons in the brain. The same amount was true of the 1970s. By 1980, however, neuroscientists could track anywhere from two to fifteen neurons. 1990 increased the lower end of the spectrum and most [...]

Can you grow new neurons in your brain? We’ve all been taught that brain cells don’t come back. When you lose them, you’re done. This is often used to teach kids or teens to stay away from drugs. However, research has long shown it’s possible to grow new neurons. So how can we best nurture [...]