FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 13, 2019·6 min readDeepening our understanding of selfish behaviorStudy identifies distinct neural processes that occur when we make decisions for the benefit of ourselves and of others.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 13, 2019·5 min readScientists discover key neural circuit regulating alcohol consumptionSpecific neurons in the central nucleus of the amygdala regulate alcohol consumption.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 31, 2017·4 min readHow Mice Babies Ensure Mother’s ProtectionA new study identifies neural cells that allow mouse pups to generate ultrasonic calls. Mice that lack the cells are mute. Researchers believe the cries of human babies could depend on similar connections.Read More
