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·November 18, 2019·5 min read

The difference between an expert’s brain and a novice’s

When learning a new task, brain activities alter over time as mice transition to an expert from a novice. The changes are reflected in neural networks and neural activity. As the animal's knowledge grows, neural networks become more focused.

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·August 27, 2018·6 min read

New Kind of Human Brain Cell Identified

Researchers have identified a new type of human neuron which they have dubbed the 'rosehip neuron'. The newly discovered cells are inhibitory neurons which may only be found in human and primate brains.

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·April 18, 2018·4 min read

Keeping the Excitement Under Control

Researchers have developed a new method to identify and monitor the activity of 'quiet' neurons.

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·June 27, 2017·2 min read

Seizures Follow Similar Path Regardless of Speed

By capturing a cell by cell view of seizures propagating through a mouse brain, researchers discovered neurons fire in a sequential pattern, regardless of how quickly the seizure occurs. The findings confirm seizures are not a result of neurons going haywire.

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·June 9, 2017·4 min read

Distinct Wiring Mode Found in Chandelier Cells

Researchers identify the wiring process of inhibitory neurons implicated in a number of neurological disorders.

Image shows a network of balls and sticks, representing a neural netowrk.

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·January 9, 2017·8 min read

Model Sheds Light on Purpose of Inhibitory Neurons

Researchers have developed a new computational model that could help shed light on the role of inhibitory neurons.

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·December 26, 2016·5 min read

New Mechanism of How Brain Networks Form Identified

Inhibitory neurons form neural networks that become broader as they mature, a new study reports.

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·August 11, 2015·4 min read

Autism and Schizophrenia Linked to Special Class of Inhibitory Neurons

A new study reports the loss of mGluR5 receptors in the brain could be responsible for the development of autism and schizophrenia.

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·June 25, 2015·2 min read

What Happens in the Brain When We Think?

A new study questions standing theories on how the brain absorbs and processes information.

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·April 7, 2015·3 min read

Scientists Discover Important Communication Mechanism Between Two Brain Areas Implicated in Schizophrenia

Disruptions in an inhibitory brain circuit between the thalamus and prefrontal cortex may underlie cognitive disorders such as schizophrenia.

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·March 2, 2014·3 min read

Research Reveals First Glimpse of a Brain Circuit That Helps Experience Shape Perception

Researchers observe inhibitory neurons which link olfaction with cognition and memory in mice.

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·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.

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inhibitory neurons

The difference between an expert’s brain and a novice’s

New Kind of Human Brain Cell Identified

Keeping the Excitement Under Control

Seizures Follow Similar Path Regardless of Speed

Distinct Wiring Mode Found in Chandelier Cells

Model Sheds Light on Purpose of Inhibitory Neurons

New Mechanism of How Brain Networks Form Identified

Autism and Schizophrenia Linked to Special Class of Inhibitory Neurons

What Happens in the Brain When We Think?

Scientists Discover Important Communication Mechanism Between Two Brain Areas Implicated in Schizophrenia

Research Reveals First Glimpse of a Brain Circuit That Helps Experience Shape Perception

Class of Cortical Inhibitory Neurons That Specialize in Disinhibition Identified

Protein Key to Lifespan and Healthy Aging Identified

Unlocking Genes Behind Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Placebo Power: Patient Belief in Treatment Impacts Depression Therapy Effectiveness

Redefining Myelin Damage

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