FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 19, 2016·4 min readNeurons Form Synapse ClustersResearchers report the contact points between specific neuron types are clustered in groups on the target neuron.Read More
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AutismFeatured·June 1, 2016·3 min readNovel Mouse Model Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum DisorderA new mouse model shows that when more of a specific molecule moves to different parts of a neuron, it can lead to behaviors that resemble aspects of human ASD.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
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FeaturedNeurology·April 11, 2016·3 min readNovel Molecules Protect Neurons Against Damage from Alzheimer’s ProteinResearchers report benzothiazole amphiphiles could help combat dendritic spine loss in neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 9, 2016·3 min readFetal Motor Neuron Imbalance Can Hard Wire Later ProblemsFindings could lead to better understanding of neurodevelopmental and neurological disorders, such as autism and epilepsy.Read More
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FeaturedNeurology·February 3, 2016·3 min readDrug Prevents Age Related Brain Changes in RatsA new study reports researchers have been able to delay key age related brain changes with the help of a compound.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 20, 2016·7 min readCapacity For Memory is Ten Times Greater Than Previously ThoughtA groundbreaking study reports memory capacity in the brain is far higher than previously believed.Read More
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