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·November 7, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Develop Open Source Optogenetics Hardware and Software

Researchers have created a low cost, easy to use, open source optogenetics platform.

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·May 28, 2015·4 min read

Researchers Reactivate Lost Memories With Optogenetics

A new study claims researchers have been able to reactivate memories which could not otherwise be retrieved by using optogenetics.

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·August 5, 2019·4 min read

Scientists can now manipulate brain cells using smartphone

A soft neural implant that can be controlled by a smartphone is capable of drug delivery and optogenetics. The technology could speed up efforts to uncover the causes of neurological and psychological disorders.

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·September 21, 2026·5 min read

How Brain Regions Settle Visual Disputes in a Split Second

Neuroscientists uncover how the visual cortex builds consensus, rapidly weeding out conflicting sensory signals to form unified perceptions.

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·June 21, 2018·6 min read

Fundamental Rule of Brain Plasticity Discovered

Based on the actions of Arc, when one synapse strengthens, the neighboring synapses weaken, a new study reveals.

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·September 29, 2016·4 min read

Brain’s Biological Clock Stimulates Thirst Before Sleep

Findings provide additional insight into how the circadian clock regulates physiological function.

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·August 3, 2016·5 min read

Researchers Discover Sandman’s Role in Sleep Control

A new study brings researchers one step closer to unlocking the mysteries of sleep.

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·February 13, 2018·2 min read

Brain Circuits that Trigger Fear Relapse Identified

Researchers report connections between the hippocampus and a specific type of neuron in the prefrontal cortex are involved in fear relapse. The findings could help in the development of new treatments for PTSD.

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·August 16, 2017·5 min read

Scientists Use Magnetic Fields to Remotely Stimulate Brain and Control Body Movements

Researchers have developed a new, minimally invasive brain stimulation technique that can induce a range of bodily movements. The technique, magneto-thermal stimulation, can be used to target highly specific brain regions and could help researchers to advance brain mapping studies.