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This is a cerebral cortex brain slice under a microscope.

·October 6, 2013·3 min read

Class of Cortical Inhibitory Neurons That Specialize in Disinhibition Identified

VIP interneurons specialize in inhibiting other inhibitory neurons in multiple regions of the cerebral cortex under specific behavioral conditions, a new study shows.

This is a picture of Mona Lisa and her enigmatic smile.

Featured Psychology

·October 5, 2013·3 min read

Is the Human Brain Capable of Identifying a Fake Smile?

Researchers discover how a smile confuses out emotional recognition and can make us perceive a face as happy, even if it is not.

The figure shows the tunnel-like entry point to the binding sites of the sodium-potassium pump in the sodium-bound state.

Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·October 4, 2013·3 min read

International Research Collaboration Reveals the Mechanism of the Sodium-Potassium Pump

Researchers have been able to establish the structure of the sodium-potassium pump.

This fmri brain scan is related to the research.

Featured Neuroscience

·October 4, 2013·3 min read

Get the Picture? New High Resolution Images Show Brain Activity Like Never Before

A new neuroimaging study was able to show activity in sub-regions of the PAG with more precision than ever before.

Featured Neuroscience

·October 4, 2013·2 min read

Well Connected Hemispheres of Einstein’s Brain May Have Sparked Brilliance

A new study finds the left and right hemispheres of Einstein's brain were unusually well connected. Researchers believe this could have contributed to his brilliance.

The image is a cervical spine MRI with enhancement showing multiple sclerosis.

Featured Genetics

·October 4, 2013·6 min read

Researchers Uncover 48 New Genetic Variants Associated with Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have identified an additional 48 genetic variants which influence the risk of developing MS. There are now 110 genetic variants associated with the disease.

Featured Neuroscience

·October 3, 2013·2 min read

Drowsy Drosophila Shed Light on Sleep and Hunger

Researchers find a key function of the neuropeptide sNPF which regulates sleep, hunger and metabolism in Drosophila.

The image shows a person scratching their arm.

Featured Neuroscience

·October 3, 2013·4 min read

Blocking Nerve Cells Could Halt Itching Symptoms of Eczema

Researchers investigated how the nervous system interacts with the immune system to cause the inflammation and itching associated with eczema. The findings could lead to new treatment options for eczema sufferers.

The image shows electrophysiology slides associated with the research.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 3, 2013·3 min read

Stem Cells Help Repair Traumatic Brain Injury by Building a “Biobridge”

Transplanted stem cells help build a 'biobridge' which links uninjured brain regions to those damaged as a result of TBI, a new study shows.

The image shows a woman clicking her keys, looking for her car.

Featured Psychology

·October 3, 2013·2 min read

How Depression Blurs Memories

The more depressed a person is, the harder it is for them to distinguish between similar items or experiences, a new study finds.

The image shows role of autophagy in Aβ secretion from neurons.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 3, 2013·2 min read

Cell Auto Cleaning Mechanism Mediates the Formation of Plaques in Alzheimer’s

Using transgenic mice, researchers find a lack of autophagy in neurons prevents the secretion of amyloid beta and the formation of β-amyloid plaques in the brain.