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
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
Researchers report addictive cravings can be detected in the brain after death. Read More
A good night's sleep is critical for memory consolidation, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers discover a key receptor which is responsible for activating opposing forms of plasticity in the hippocampus. Read More
Mouse study reveals a clear correlation between cognitive ability in aging and presynaptic calcium levels. Read More
A new study sheds light on how the brain processes rewards and provides a deeper understanding on the neurobiology of depression. Read More
Researchers report estrogen may play a significant role in synaptic plasticity and memory formation. The study reports mice whose neurons did not produce estrogen have impairments in spatial reference memories, recognition and contextual fear memories. Restoring estrogen levels assisted in reversing the memory impairments, the study revealed. Read More
New memories are laid down via different mechanisms in older mice compared to younger mice. Additionally, synaptic changes linked to new memory formation were harder to modify in older mice. Read More
Researchers have developed a new method to deliver drugs to specific neurons throughout the brain. Read More
Hard wired neural circuits in mice that govern aggression are strengthened following victories in aggressive encounters. Synapses in the hypothalamus show signs of LTP following aggression training. Read More
Researchers explain some of the biological mechanisms behind memory consolidation. Read More
