One of the defining features of human evolution is the steady expansion of our brains. New findings suggest this growth may be partly linked to higher levels of estrogen before birth. Surprisingly, a ...

The evolution of the human species is marked by an increase in brain size. Now new research suggests that could be partly ...

Look down at your hands, you’d be surprised what you can learn about your brain. (Photo: Ian Andrews/Alamy) If your eyes are the windows to your soul, can your hands offer a peek into your mind?

Newborn finger proportions may reflect early hormone exposure and could be linked to differences in early brain growth.

Examine your fingers. Which is longer? Is it the index finger (the finger you use to point with – technically the second digit, or 2D, counting the thumb), or the ring finger (the fourth digit, or 4D) ...

Researchers have studied the correlation between athletic ability and finger length. A father-son research partnership has found that athletic prowess could be related to the length of your fingers.