Environmental enrichment -- with infrastructure, unfamiliar odors and tastes, and toys and puzzles -- is often used in zoos, laboratories, and farms to stimulate animals and increase their wellbeing.

A stimulating environment keeps the 'hippocampus' -- which is the brain's memory control center -- young, so to speak. Causes of this are molecular mechanisms that affect gene regulation. These ...

The earliest years of a child’s education lay the foundation for lifelong learning. During this period, children are naturally curious, constantly exploring the world around them, asking questions, ...

New research shows that the majority of gene changes in the brain caused by lead can be reversed by raising animals in stimulating environments. Lead exposure in early childhood can lead to severe ...

Complex housing refers to environments that offer diverse and stimulating conditions intended to promote and enhance holistic cognitive and physical development, alongside the benefits of social ...