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·April 26, 2011·3 min read

Molecular Architecture of Key NMDA Receptor Subunit Revealed

CSHL structural biologists reveal molecular architecture of key NMDA receptor subunit Structure of GluN2D subunit when docked with certain neurotransmitters...

Featured Neuroscience

·April 27, 2011·7 min read

Can Traumatic Memories Be Erased?

Could veterans of war, rape victims and other people who have seen horrific crimes someday have the traumatic memories that...

Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·May 11, 2012·2 min read

Revealing the Stars of Brain Adaptability

Star-shaped brain cells called astrocytes are found to bridge the gap between global brain activity and localized circuits. Global network...

Featured Neurology Psychology

·August 6, 2012·8 min read

Brain Signal IDs Responders to Fast-Acting Antidepressants

Scientists have discovered a biological marker that may help to identify which depressed patients will respond to an experimental, rapid-acting antidepressant like ketamine. The brain signal, detectable by noninvasive imaging, also holds clues to the agent's underlying mechanism, which are vital for drug development, say NIH researchers.

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·October 3, 2012·3 min read

Drug Reverses Abnormal Brain Function in Rett Syndrome Mice

in a mouse model of Rett syndrome, researchers were able to reverse abnormalities in brain activity and improve neurological function by treating animals with an FDA-approved anesthesia drug, ketamine.

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·October 25, 2012·3 min read

Sensory Neurons Identified as Critical to Sense of Touch

The findings in fruit fly larvae demonstrate the first known function for the sensory neurons and provide insights that could broaden the understanding of chronic pain syndromes in humans.

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·January 16, 2013·2 min read

Promising New Finding for Therapies to Treat Persistent Seizures in Epileptic Patients

In a promising finding for epileptic patients suffering from persistent seizures known as status epilepticus, researchers reported today that new medication could help halt these devastating seizures.

The image shows a chart of the activation and antagonists of NMDA receptors.

Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·February 19, 2013·2 min read

Rewriting a Receptor’s Role

Researchers upend a long-held view about the basic functioning of a key receptor molecule involved in signaling between neurons. The study describes how a compound linked to Alzheimer's disease impacts NMDA receptors and weakens synaptic connections between brain cells.

The image shows an NDMA receptor in action.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 28, 2013·3 min read

Scientists Advance Understanding of Brain Receptor; Could Help Fight Neurological Disorders

A 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.

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·May 29, 2013·3 min read

Neuroscientists Discover New Phase of Synaptic Development

Researchers discover a new phase of synaptic development. The finding could lead to a better understanding of how learning and memory occur.

The image shows neurons in a subsection of the adult rat hippocampus. The caption best describes the image.

Electrophysiology Featured

·May 30, 2013·4 min read

Ketamine Cousin Rapidly Lifts Depression Without Side Effects

A new study funded by the NIMH suggests GLYX-13, a molecular cousin to ketamine, induces similar antidepressant results without the negative side effects of the well known street drug.

This is an image of the brain's striatum and prefrontal cortex.

Featured Neurology

·July 9, 2013·3 min read

Study Identifies Brain Circuits Involved in Learning and Decision Making

A new study has identified neural circuits in mice which are involved in the learning and altering of behaviors. The findings could have implications for alcoholism and other addictive behaviors.

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NMDA

Molecular Architecture of Key NMDA Receptor Subunit Revealed

Can Traumatic Memories Be Erased?

Revealing the Stars of Brain Adaptability

Brain Signal IDs Responders to Fast-Acting Antidepressants

Drug Reverses Abnormal Brain Function in Rett Syndrome Mice

Sensory Neurons Identified as Critical to Sense of Touch

Promising New Finding for Therapies to Treat Persistent Seizures in Epileptic Patients

Rewriting a Receptor’s Role

Scientists Advance Understanding of Brain Receptor; Could Help Fight Neurological Disorders

Neuroscientists Discover New Phase of Synaptic Development

Ketamine Cousin Rapidly Lifts Depression Without Side Effects

Study Identifies Brain Circuits Involved in Learning and Decision Making

Middle Age Sexual Satisfaction: A Potential Early Sign of Cognitive Decline

Sleep Apnea’s Deep Impact on Gene Activity

Iron Deficiency’s Unseen Impact on Mental Health

Understanding Microglia’s Dual Roles Could Aid Brain Protection

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