UC San Francisco neurosurgeon Edward Chang is studying whether flawed brain circuitry causes mood disorders and how to restore neural processing.

Donation from philanthropists Wendy and Leonard Goldberg could help alleviate suffering for millions worldwide.

Getting a diagnosis for Autism Spectrum Disorder as early as possible is important for early intervention, UCLA professor Connie Kasari says

Atlantic Philanthropies funds UCSF and Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, to stem the precipitous rise in dementia by training and connecting a new generation of leaders worldwide.

Genetic study of 100,000 people will be the largest ever on a single disorder.

Previously unidentified molecule signals brain tissue to form new connections.

Neurons appear to play key role in REM sleep, the dream state in mammals accompanied by activation of the cortex and total paralysis of the skeletal muscles.

Which sports have a higher risk of concussion? What should you do if a concussion is suspected? What steps should you follow before returning to play?

UC Irvine physiologist James Hicks, whose three sons played water polo, is leading the first probe of concussions in water polo.

From expanding awareness in youth sports to conducting groundbreaking studies of collegiate athletes and military personnel, UC experts lead in advancing knowledge about traumatic brain injury and improving care.

UC Davis pathologist Bennet Omalu was the first to report cases of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in professional football players; the story of his discovery is the subject of the upcoming movie 'Concussion' starring Will Smith.

Partnership with three Mexican universities receives nearly $5 million to further study method that could make it easier to treat brain conditions.