Researchers Map ‘Switches’ That Shaped the Evolution of the Human Brain
A new study provides detailed information about human specific changes in gene regulation and human brain development.
Researchers Develop Method for Mapping Neuron Clusters
Researchers have developed a new method for identifying clusters of neurons.
Study Maps Extroversion Types in the Brain’s Anatomy
A new study uses MRI technology to map the neuroanatomical differences and similarities in two different kinds of extroverts.
New Brain Mapping Reveals Unknown Cell Types
Researchers have produced a detailed map of cortical cells types and gene activity within them. They also report identifying a number of previously unknown cell types.
Forever Young: Meditation Might Slow the Age-Related Loss of Gray Matter in the Brain
New brain research findings suggest long-term meditation may lead to less age-related gray matter atrophy in the human brain.
How Does the Brain Adapt to the Restoration of Eyesight?
A new study could help pave the way for developing adaptive rehabilitation programs following visual restoration surgery.
‘Unfussy’ Brain Finds Ways of Coping with Loss of a Hand
A new neuroimaging study reports people born with one hand, who are able to use both limbs in a two handed task, show brain activity similar to that of people with two hands.
Tracking Subtle Brain Mutations, Systematically
A new technique allows subtle mutations in brain cells to be traced and mapped spatially for the first time.
Remapping the Damaged Brain
Researchers discover motor functions are remapped through rehabilitative training following brain injury.
Researchers Map Direct Gut Brain Connection
A new study maps the cell-to-cell connection between the gut and nervous system.
Smartphone Thumb Skills Are Altering Our Brains
A new study reports smartphone usage influences cortical activity.
Major Brain Pathway Rediscovered after Century Old Confusion and Controversy
Researchers 'rediscover' a neural pathway and provide new analytical tools which allow for easy identification of the brain structure.
Study Shows How Brain Maps Develop to Help Us Perceive the World
Moving forward helps train the brain to perceive the world 'normally', a new study reports.
Piglet Brain Atlas New Tool in Understanding Human Infant Brain Development
A newly developed online tool could aid future postnatal brain growth studies.
Orphanage Care Linked to Thinner Brain Tissue in Regions Related to ADHD
A new neuroimaging study reports Romanian children who spent their early years in orphanages often have thinner brain tissue in cortical areas corresponding to attention and impulse control.