Frequently, as many as one thousand signals rain down on a single neuron simultaneously. To ensure that precise signals are delivered, the brain possesses a sophisticated inhibitory system. Scientists have now illuminated how this system works.
Researchers have succeeded in comprehensively imaging a potion of a mouse brain at the nanoscale level.
A clusterization approach allows researchers to analyze dendritic spines in new ways.
Researchers have identified a new mechanism for influencing ion channels in epilepsy.
Researchers discover lysosomes can travel to dendrites and also be recruited by dendritic spines.
A new study reports that a single stressful event may cause long term consequences in the brain.
A new study reports on the role of dendrites in memory formation.
Neurons created as a result of adult neurogenesis mature for longer and grow larger than those created during infancy. Findings suggest adult-born neurons may have a more powerful function than those created during infancy and may play a critical role in neuroplasticity.
Researchers report a drug used to slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease may help to reverse memory and learning problems in teens who binge drink.
Researchers were able to predict the orientation preference of individual neurons by adding up the responses of their dendritic spines, a new study reports.
Researchers report a gene associated with autism can cause excessive dendritic pruning during development.
Contrary to popular belief, exposing children to stimuli early can help to boost their development, researchers report.
