FeaturedNeuroscience·March 10, 2023·6 min readAn Overview of in Vitro Biological Neural Networks for Robot IntelligenceIn vitro biological neural networks (BNNs) embodied in robots exhibit a wide range of complex behaviors, including supervised and unsupervised learning, memory, object tracking, obstacle avoidance, and the ability to play simple games.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·March 8, 2023·4 min readHow Gene Expression Controls Synaptic Plasticity in the Aging Human BrainM1 muscarinic acetylcholine receptor (mAChR) dependent LTP and LTD share a common AMPA trafficking pathway. Either the upregulation of neurotransmitter receptor genes or suppression of the downregulation could improve synaptic dysfunction associated with age-related neurodegeneration. The findings could assist in the creation of new therapies for Alzheimer's disease that target synaptic plasticity.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 22, 2019·4 min readErasing Memories Associated with Cocaine Use Reduces Drug Seeking BehaviorDisrupting memories associated with environmental cues significantly reduces cocaine seeking behaviors in rat models of addiction, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 13, 2018·3 min readNew Neurons Archive Old MemoriesResearchers report neurogenesis underlies the brain's capacity to create and store new memories. Exercise, researchers report, promotes neurogenesis and increases hippocampal capacity.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 15, 2018·3 min readIlluminating Mechanism at Play in LearningResearchers report molecular networks on both sides of a synapse are important for controlling learning.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 13, 2018·3 min readHow Neural Networks Influence AlcoholismResearchers report alcohol seeking behavior may be induced by altering the strength of synapses.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 24, 2017·4 min readThe Chemistry of MemoryLUM researchers shed light on how an RNA binding protein is involved in learning and memory.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 16, 2017·3 min readA New Target For MarijuanaFindings shed light on the effect of marijuana on the developing brain and provide a target for cannabis use disorder.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 5, 2016·5 min readScientists Find Brain Plasticity Assorted in Functional NetworksResearchers report on the complex actions of how brain cells change as a result of different experiences.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 15, 2016·5 min readHow Neurons Lose Their ConnectionsAccording to researchers, sleep can be impacted due to diets high in fiber, saturated fats and sugar.Read More
FeaturedMost PopularNeuroscience·November 18, 2015·5 min readStrengthening Brain ConnectionsResearchers have identified a mechanism which allows the brain to strengthen links between neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 26, 2015·3 min readResearchers Solve Longtime Puzzle About How We LearnA new study claims to have settled a long running debate, namely what happens in the brain when we learn.Read More
