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FeaturedNeuroscience·June 30, 2015·4 min readOlfactory Fingerprint Points to Personal Sense of SmellAccording to a new study, each of us has a unique 'olfactory fingerprint' which can also help with early diagnosis of certain neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·February 19, 2015·2 min readResearchers Observe Stem Cell Specialization in the BrainAccording to a recently published stem cell study, new cells are quick to respond to sensory stimuli and adopt a function.Read More
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ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·April 10, 2014·4 min readEarly Neural Wiring for Smell PersistsResearchers discover the fundamental wiring of the olfactory system in mice sets up shortly after birth and remains stable but adaptable.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 8, 2014·3 min readMemory Accuracy and Strength Can Be Manipulated During SleepResearchers discover memories of specific odors depend upon the brain's ability to learn, process and recall accurately during slow wave sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 2, 2014·3 min readResearch Reveals First Glimpse of a Brain Circuit That Helps Experience Shape PerceptionResearchers observe inhibitory neurons which link olfaction with cognition and memory in mice.Read More