The Scientific Frontier

Cognitive Function

2 articles

A firefighter experiencing cognitive impairment due to intense heat exposure, highlighting the impact on focus and attention.
Cosmos & Physics

Heat impairs cognitive function and brain performance

Firefighters, trained for high-stress situations, found it harder to focus and control their attention after just 15 minutes of intense heat exposure, according to MIT Technology Review .

Dr. Evelyn Reed·June 27, 2026
Abstract visualization of a human brain with glowing, interconnected neural pathways, illustrating the concept of neuroplasticity and brain adaptation.
Neuroscience & Mind

What Is Neuroplasticity and How Does the Brain Change?

When we look closely at the brains of individuals who battled major depressive disorder, especially those with chronic illness, postmortem studies reveal something striking.

Dr. Chloe O'Connell·June 10, 2026