Do we perceive the weight of our body parts and the weight of objects differently?

According to Newton’s law, weight is given by the product of its mass and gravity. How does the brain determine the weight of objects and body parts?

Does the combination of psychedelics and meditation enhance mystical experiences?

Researchers assessed whether combining psychedelics with meditation increases mindfulness, compassion, insight, and mystical-type transcendence to a higher degree than meditation with a placebo.

Health professionals' responses to stress in critical care scenarios and the risk of burnout

A study assessed the psychobiological functioning of 27 Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical doctors and paramedics, stressing the importance of recovery periods.

BIAL Award in Biomedicine 2025: last call for nominations

The nominations for the 4th edition of the BIAL Foundation international award, the BIAL Award in Biomedicine 2025, close on June 30.

The Proceedings of the 14th Symposium of the BIAL Foundation is now available

The BIAL Foundation has just published the Proceedings of the 14th "Behind and Beyond the Brain" Symposium on the theme “Creativity”.

Luís Portela honoured with Career Award by Human Resources

The chairman of the BIAL Foundation, Luís Portela, was honoured with the Career Award by Human Resources Portugal.