FeaturedNeuroscience·August 22, 2016·2 min readA Clear View of the Nervous SystemA new imaging technique is allowing researchers to gain insights into structures of neural networks.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 8, 2016·5 min readBeneficial Role Clarified for Brain Protein Associated with Mad Cow DiseaseResearchers report a protein normally associated with prion diseases may help to maintain myelin.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 11, 2016·8 min readPredicting Language Deficits Following Strokes with Connectome Based ImagingResearchers report that, following a stroke, mapping the brain's white matter connections in addition to imaging tissue damage could help to predict which patients will have language deficits and how severe they may be.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 11, 2016·4 min readVisual Activity Regenerates Neural Connections Between the Eye and BrainA new study reports high contrast visual stimulation can help damaged retinal neurons to regrow optic nerve fibers.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·4 min readThe Finer Details of Neuronal CommunicationResearchers have optimized optical and electrophysiological recordings from single neurons to study axonal excitability with unprecedented detail.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 15, 2016·5 min readEye Opening Complexity: An Up Close Insight on Connections Between Retina and ThalamusResearchers reveal the complex neural network that connects the retina and thalamus may represent the first stage in processing visual information learned by experience.Read More
AutismFeaturedGenetics·May 25, 2016·4 min readIlluminating the Role of Autism Linked Shank GeneA new study reports a gene mutation linked to autism also plays a critical role when it comes to the formation and maturation of synapses.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 17, 2016·4 min readHow Neurons Reach Their Final DestinationA new study explores the role microtubles play in neurodevelopment.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 28, 2016·4 min readHow Myosin-Va Helps Direct Neuron GrowthResearchers have identified a protein that helps direct axon growth.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 27, 2016·5 min readGrowing a Cellular Tree With Healthy BranchesResearchers have determined a group of genes associated with neurons help regulate dendrites' growth.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 17, 2016·3 min readA New Principle for Brain Controlled Hormone SecretionA new study reports on how dopamine can regulate itself.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·April 11, 2016·2 min readDysfunctional Endosomes Precede Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s DiseaseAbnormalities are linked to axonal dysfunctions and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome, a new study reports.Read More
