FeaturedNeuroscience·November 13, 2021·3 min readA New Neural-Optic System Can Manipulate MemoriesA new neuro-optics technique can manipulate memory consolidation in mouse models by hindering long-term potentiation. Researchers say eliminating local LTP in the hippocampus erased memories. The method could be used to isolate memory formation at the cellular level.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 4, 2018·3 min readA Sense of Disgust in Bonobos?Researchers report bonobos express disgust when presented with contaminated food. The study reveals their curiosity transforms into caution when food is presented near feces or a bad smell.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 13, 2019·3 min readAcute cerebellar inflammation and hyperexcitability induces ‘depression-like’ behaviorAcute inflammation of the anterior cerebellum resulted in depression-like symptoms in rodent models. Suppressing microglia helped reduce hyperexcitability and symptoms of depression.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 30, 2020·3 min readBreastfeeding Hormones Make Mothers HappierBreastfeeding mothers with higher levels of oxytocin show more enhanced positive recognition of adult faces. The findings shed light on how oxytocin may support both continued nurturing behaviors and affects general social cognition of other adults.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 6, 2019·4 min readDendrites filtering neuron’s excitementPurkinje cells can modulate and filter incoming signals. The findings shed new light on learning mechanisms within the cerebellum.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscience·June 20, 2023·3 min readDisappointment Fuels Drive: Dopamine’s Role in Overcoming FailureA new study reveals a novel role of dopamine: helping to cope with disappointment. Traditionally associated with reward reinforcement, this research shows dopamine levels in rats increase following disappointing outcomes, enhancing motivation.Read More
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FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·March 28, 2021·3 min readEat Me: The Cell Signal of DeathA nuclear fragment protein activates Xkr4 to display an "eat me" signal to phagocytes.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 24, 2022·2 min readFemales Found to Itch Less Than MalesThe female hormone estradiol helps suppress itch associated with psoriasis. The findings shed light on why men are more prone to psoriasis and offers hope for new targeted treatment for itch disorders.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 17, 2023·3 min readFruit Flies Grow Brainy on a Poor DietRegulatory mechanisms of nutrition-dependent neural development can be explored at the molecular level with appropriate models, such as the fruit fly.Read More
