Findings

New findings illuminate complex neuroscience behind even the simplest words, with implications for treatment of speech, language disorders

Novel approach caught 3.5 times as many cases than current screening guidelines would have for 40-plus group

New report shows some progress but persistent achievement gaps; co-author Kane urges action before federal aid expires

Harvard scientist co-leads research, which targeted specific condition, may yield other treatments for more of the 30 million kids with genetic hearing loss

Trilobites’ soft undersides show mechanics of early ‘enrollment’ defense

Physics of V-shaped flight formations offer insights into how to improve efficiency of groups of drones, underwater vehicles

Global study by new faculty Elika Bergelson finds three key predictors of language development. They may surprise you.

Eating disorder may also play a role in insomnia

Neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky says every decision, action you make is result of chain of genes, biology, experience that preceded it

Fabrication method could facilitate materials discovery

New study links healthy plant proteins, fats with slower long-term weight gain

Eliminates gait freezing, a common and highly debilitating symptom

Study finds alarming decline in quality, safety measures after buyouts

Studies debunk prevailing belief, highlight series of gender-based social factors

‘Striking’ study suggests daily use of a toothbrush lowers risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia, intensive-care mortality

Harvard-led team helps create first molecular map for national neuroscience study

Scholar’s new biography nails down identity of earliest known Black American woman novelist, first theorized by Gates

Researchers developed Brain Care Score to assess how current habits will impact future brain health

Neuroscientist finds skills, temperament influenced by brain differences across breeds

Bonobos, one of our closest living animal relatives, show humanlike ability to work together outside social borders in new study

Study of crossbred butterflies suggests multiple genes involved