FeaturedNeuroscience·June 29, 2018·4 min readNeural Implants Modulate Microstructures in the Brain with Pinpoint AccuracyResearchers have developed new neural implants that enable targeted delivery of drugs deep into brain structures.Read More
Auditory NeuroscienceFeaturedNeuroscience·June 25, 2018·6 min readHow Music Lessons Can Improve Language SkillsA new study reports children who receive musical training have better word discrimination than other kindergarteners who had not undertaken music lessons.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 21, 2018·6 min readFundamental Rule of Brain Plasticity DiscoveredBased on the actions of Arc, when one synapse strengthens, the neighboring synapses weaken, a new study reveals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 6, 2018·5 min readHow the Brain Performs Flexible ComputationsA new neural model reveals how the brain is able to adapt and process new information, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·June 4, 2018·4 min readProtein Pair Quickly Makes Memories of New PlacesA new study reveals how neurogranin and FMRP help encode memories of new places.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 3, 2018·6 min readAI Method Could Speed Up Development of Specialized NanoparticlesA new artificial intelligence technique could speed up complex physics simulations and help create multilayered nanoparticles, researchers say.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 2, 2018·6 min readSurgical Technique Improves Sensation and Control of Prosthetic LimbsResearchers have developed a new neural interface that is able to relay commands from the central nervous system to a robotic prosthesis.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·May 30, 2018·4 min readTeaching Chores to an AIResearchers report teaching an AI with an activity simulator could eventually help robots to perform chores like making a cup of coffee or setting a table.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 24, 2018·5 min readTiny Particles Could Help Fight Brain CancerResearchers at MIT have developed a new drug delivering nanoparticle that is able to cross the blood-brain barrier. The nanoparticles carry two different drugs that can help shrink tumors and prevent them from growing back.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 23, 2018·4 min readGauging Language Proficiency Through Eye MovementResearchers use eye tracking technologies to determine how well people understand English as a second language.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 3, 2018·5 min readBrain Circuit Helps Us Learn By Watching OthersA new study reveals the role the anterior cingulate cortex and basolateral amygdala play in observational learning.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 1, 2018·6 min readCritical Period for Language Learning IdentifiedResearchers report the critical period of language learning may be longer than previously believed. A new study reveals children remain skilled at learning new languages until age 18.Read More
