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Featured Genetics Neuroscience Psychology

·February 17, 2018·4 min read

Shedding Light on Biological Roots of Individuality

Variations in specific neuromodulators in the developing nervous system may play a role in individuality, researchers report.

Autism Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·December 13, 2017·3 min read

Social Behavior Restored Via Brain Stimulation in Autism

In a mouse model of autism, researchers have successfully restored social behavior with the help of brain stimulation. Researchers are now considering if it would be feasible to treat children on the autism spectrum with similar neuromodulation techniques.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 24, 2017·4 min read

Small But Distinct Differences Among Species Mark Evolution of Human Brain

Yale researchers report the human brain contains some distinct patterns that mark our evolution and could contribute to our cognitive abilities.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 16, 2017·2 min read

New Dye Gives Researchers Clearer Insight Into the Brain

Researchers have developed a new dye that can be used to observe the activity of neurons in the brain.

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Featured Neurology

·May 10, 2017·4 min read

Probing Possible Reasons For Smell Loss

Problems with olfaction associated with Alzheimer's could be a result of damage to neurotransmitter and neuromodulator neurons in the forebrain, a new study reports.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·May 4, 2017·5 min read

Newly Discovered Neural Pathway Has Implications For Schizophrenia Treatment

Researchers have discovered a new signaling pathway that connects NMDAR and alpha 7 acetylcholine nicotinic receptors, both implicated in memory and learning. Findings could help develop new treatments for schizophrenia.