Whether reading a book or listening to a recording, the goal is the same: understanding. But these activities aren’t exactly alike.

Listening to podcasts or audiobooks uses different parts of the brain to those that are engaged when you read something. In ...

The intersection of artificial intelligence and neuroscience has led to a groundbreaking development: the ability to read ...

Many mammals physically pivot their ears to hone in on a particular sound, and now it seems that a similar action takes place ...

How we focus our attention before we even see an object matters. For example, when we look for something moving in the sky, ...

Experts say cognitive workout from reading a printed book far outweighs the dopamine highs of infinite screen-scrolling. Read ...

I think there are some delightful comparisons to be made between plants and the brain (for example, dendrites, which are shaped like tree branches and named accordingly), and one of these ...

A tiny brain blip during silent speech revealed the shocking truth: Your brain plans words by imagining sounds, not movements ...

Listening to bird songs and calls can help identify species and connect with the sounds of nature. An ornithologist provides tips and tricks to bird by ear.

Brain imaging is illuminating the patterns linked to productive, positive dialogue, and those insights could help people ...

Early literacy isn't just an education issue. It's the foundation of lifelong learning, stronger communities, and a more ...

Various studies have shown that keeping the brain active is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Something as simple as lea ...