FeaturedNeuroscience·May 30, 2013·4 min readBrain Makes its Own Version of ValiumResearchers have found a naturally occurring protein, know as diazepam binding inhibitor, secreted only in discrete areas of the brain may act as a Valium-like break in certain types of epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 29, 2013·3 min readGenetic Engineering Alters Mosquitoes’ Sense of SmellIn one of the first successful attempts at genetically engineering mosquitoes, HHMI researchers have altered the way the insects respond to odors, including the smell of humans and the insect repellant DEET.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 28, 2013·3 min readScientists Advance Understanding of Brain Receptor; Could Help Fight Neurological DisordersA new study provides clues into how the function of the most common NMDA receptor subtypes may be manipulated for clinical benefit. NMDA receptors have been implicated in a number of neurological and psychological disease, from Alzheimer's to schizophrenia.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·May 27, 2013·3 min readScientists Discover the Origin of a Giant SynapseResearchers discover the mechanism and protein responsible for the creation of the giant Calyx of Held synapse in the brain's auditory system.Read More
AutismFeatured·May 17, 2013·3 min readNew Research Suggests Possible Direction for Treatment of AutismResearchers note marked improvements in young autistic boys when using a treatment known as sensory-motor or environmental enrichment.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 16, 2013·2 min readFishing for MemoriesObserving whole-brain activity in live zebrafish, researchers have discovered how information stored as long-term memory in the cerebral cortex is processed to guide behavioral choices.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 16, 2013·4 min readBach to the Blues: Our Emotions Match Music to ColorsAccording to new research, our brains are wired to make music-color connections depending on how the melodies make us feel.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2013·3 min read‘Good Vibrations’! Brain Ultrasound Improves MoodResearchers have investigated transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) for modulating mental states in human volunteers suffering from chronic pain.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 13, 2013·4 min readScientists Develop Drug that Slows Alzheimer’s in MiceA drug developed by scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, known as J147, reverses memory deficits and slows Alzheimer's disease in aged mice following short-term treatment.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 13, 2013·3 min readGrammar Errors? The Brain Detects Them Even When You Are UnawareResearchers discover people detect and process grammatical errors with no conscious awareness of doing so.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 10, 2013·4 min readScientists Show How Nerve Wiring Self-DestructsResearchers have discovered a way in which the body can remove injured axons. They also identified a potential target for new drugs which could prevent the inappropriate loss of axons, as well as maintain nerve function.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 10, 2013·3 min readExperience Leads to the Growth of New Brain CellsResearchers examine how individuality develops through adult neurogenesis; the generation of new neurons in the hippocampus which allows the brain to react flexibly to new information.Read More
