The pineal gland, which produces melatonin to regulate sleep, can develop calcium deposits (calcifications) over time. Researchers aren’t certain why this happens, though aging, metabolic activity, ...

The pineal gland releases several important hormones, but there’s no conclusive evidence that it releases DMT. The pineal gland releases hormones such as melatonin, which helps regulate the body clock ...

Pineal cysts can occur in the brain’s pineal gland. While most people with pineal cysts never experience symptoms, some may develop headaches, vision changes, or sleep disturbances. Pineal cysts are ...

The pineal gland is a small gland in the center of the brain. It secretes melatonin, which plays a role in the circadian rhythms or body clock. It may also affect bone metabolism, mental health, and ...

Organoids are miniature, simplified versions of an organ. Over the past two decades, scientists have developed them for the gut, lung, liver, mammary gland, brain, and more. Now, researchers at Yale ...