New research suggests that the commonly used ‘lab mouse’ may display behaviors entirely distinct from their wild-derived counterparts, prompting new considerations for the future of animal-based ...

From work meetings to first dates, it's essential to adjust our behavior for success. In certain situations, it can even be a matter of life or death. So how do we switch our behavior when situations ...

Neurotypical humans readily optimize performance in 'reversal learning' games, but while mice learn the winning strategy, they refuse to commit to it, a new study shows. The research provides a ...

Inflammation in the hippocampus -- the brain's memory center -- significantly alters motivation and behavior in mice, according to new research. Inflammation in the hippocampus -- the brain's memory ...

A new brain study has revealed that you may have had similar thought processes to a mouse when you were a baby. Johns Hopkins University neuroscientist Kishore Kuchibhotla has worked with mice for a ...

Top neuroscience labs are adapting new and unexpected tools to gain a deeper understanding of how mice, and ultimately humans, react to different drug treatments. By Peter Hess Published Jan 10, 2024 ...

New research suggests that mice base their decisions on more than just immediate reward. They may also make 'mistakes' on purpose. By Lauren Leffer Published Apr 26, 2024 11:00 AM EDT Get the Popular ...

New study reveals glyphosate's hidden dangers: persistent brain inflammation, anxiety, and Alzheimer's-like damage in mice, even months after exposure. Study: Glyphosate exposure exacerbates ...

Cannabidiol (CBD), one of the active ingredients in cannabis, is thought to be safe as it does not cause a "high". Increasing numbers of pregnant women take CBD, believing that it can help alleviate ...

The riskiest behavior in humans peaks in adolescence. Researchers from the University of Michigan and James Madison ...