Humans
Goodbye, paper: What we miss when we read on screen
Digital technology is transforming the way we read and write. Is it changing our minds too – and if so, for better or worse?
Features
Humans
Why language is neither an instinct nor innate
Culture
Humans
Mind expanding: Think like a child to learn faster
Features
Health
Sleeping brains can process and respond to words
News
Environment
Monkey see, monkey do – marmosets learn from movies
News
Health
Our humming brains help us learn rapidly
News
Health
Sleep may help memories form by promoting new synapses
News
Humans
Smart subtitles help you learn a second language
News
Mind
Why do we love to organise knowledge into trees?
Culture
Health
Children benefit from the right sort of screen time
Screens don't have to be bad. Handing your child an iPad for a moment's peace could do more good than harm – if you choose the digital distraction wisely
News
Health
Why our brains work better with age
Opinion
Health
The therapy pill: Forget your phobia in fast forward
Features
Mind
Fitbit for the mind: Eye-tracker watches your reading
News
Life
Cell tails: A surprising number
Features