FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·June 30, 2016·6 min readMRI Technique Induces Strong and Enduring Visual AssociationsResearchers induce people to perceive colors that were't really there and provide evidence that the V1 and V2 visual areas are capable of associative learning.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 29, 2016·3 min readNew Clues About The Aging Brain’s Memory FunctionsA new study links the D2 dopamine receptor to long-term episodic memory.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 28, 2016·4 min readMethylene Blue Shows Promise for Improving Short Term MemoryAccording to researchers, a single dose of methylene blue could enhance short-term memory and attention.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·June 27, 2016·3 min readFlipping a Protein Switch to Illuminate Brain FunctionsResearchers have been able to selectively activate glutamate receptors.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·3 min readNew Protein Can Modify Brain Function and MemoryResearchers have developed a new tool that can modify brain activity and memory in targeted ways without the help on any chemicals or drugs.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·4 min readHuman Brain Houses Diverse Populations of NeuronsResearchers have developed a scalable method to identify different subtypes of neurons in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·5 min readRunning Releases Protein Associated With Improved Memory: Mouse StudyProtein shown to fuel exercise induced neurogenesis in mice also increases when humans run.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·4 min readHow Astrocytes Help Us LearnThe molecule LRP4 on the surface of astrocytes helps to regulate glutamate levels, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·June 23, 2016·4 min readA New Switch To Boost MemoryResearchers report a chemical modifications that add methyl groups to RNA could help strengthen memory formation.Read More
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FeaturedNeurology·June 22, 2016·4 min readLong Term Use of Anticholinergic Drugs Increases Alzheimer’s RiskStudy reveals long term use of anticholinergic drugs, such as those used to treat allergies, can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 22, 2016·3 min readMemory Loss Caused By West Nile Virus ExplainedNeurological problems associated with West Nile disease could be due to the patient's immune system destroying parts of their neurons, researchers report.Read More