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Scientists have recently discovered intriguing insights into how our brains process vocal emissions, uncovering the remarkable ability to differentiate between the vocalizations

A recent study questioned the importance of exercise for both brain health and cognition. Here's what our own research found.

Physical activity improves cognitive functioning; the effect of moderate physical activity (brisk walking, cycling) is 1.5 times greater than that of vigorous physical activity 

Geneva, April 19: Normal ageing is associated with progressive cognitive decline. But can we train our brains to delay this process? A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), HES-SO Geneva and EPFL has discovered that practising and listening to music can alter cognitive decline in healthy seniors by stimulating the production of grey matter.

Normal ageing is associated with progressive cognitive decline. But can we train our brains to delay this process? A team from the University of Geneva

Progressive cognitive decline is associated with normal ageing

A  study led by European universities revealed that music practice and active listening could prevent working memory decline. Such activities promoted brain plasticity, and they were associated with grey matter volume increase.

The study finds that both listening and learning to play music could prevent a decline in brain health.

Normal ageing is associated with progressive cognitive decline

Normal aging is associated with progressive cognitive decline. But can we train our brain to delay this process? A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), HES-SO Geneva and EPFL has discovered that practicing and listening to music can alter cognitive decline in healthy seniors by stimulating the production of grey matter.