Clues to Brain Changes in Depression Discovered
A new study sheds light on how the brain processes rewards and provides a deeper understanding on the neurobiology of depression.... Read More...
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Memory Molecule Limits Plasticity by Calibrating Calcium
Researchers have identified a novel role the RGS14 protein plays in limiting synaptic plasticity.... Read More...
Illuminating Mechanism at Play in Learning
Researchers report molecular networks on both sides of a synapse are important for controlling learning. ... Read More...
Making New Memories is a Balancing Act
According to researchers, some synapses get smaller as we learn new information.... Read More...
Receptors Key to Strong Memories
The strength of a memory depends upon the number of receptors in a synapse, researchers report.... Read More...
Running Helps Brain Stave off Effects of Chronic Stress
Researchers report running can help mitigate the impact chronic stress has on the hippocampus.... Read More...
How Neural Networks Influence Alcoholism
Researchers report alcohol seeking behavior may be induced by altering the strength of synapses.... Read More...
How Odors Are Turned into Long Term Memories
A new study reveals the piriform cortex is able to archive long term memory, but requires instruction from the orbiotfrontal cortex to indicate the event is to be stored as a long-term memory.... Read More...
The Chemistry of Memory
LUM researchers shed light on how an RNA binding protein is involved in learning and memory.... Read More...
A New Mechanism For Controlling Memory
Study reveals receptor movement is essential for synaptic plasticity as a response to neural activity. Halting receptor movement may block specific memory acquisition, researchers report, thus confirming the role of synaptic plasticity in learning and memory.... Read More...
A New Learning Rule for Memory Formation and Storage Revealed
A new study questions traditional views of how memories are formed and stored in the brain. Additionally, researchers propose a new mechanism for learning.... Read More...
Precise Mechanisms of a Calcium Dependent Kinase During the Formation of New Memories
Study documents how CaMKII acts during synaptic plasticity, providing clues about the molecular signals that regulate memory formation.... Read More...