FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 9, 2020Brain-doping produced by your own bodyCognitive challenges trigger a slight oxygen deficit in hippocampal pyramidal neurons. This increases the production of erythropoietin (Epo) and its receptors in the active neurons, stimulating neighboring precursor cells to form new neurons and enhancing connectivity. Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 19, 2020Altered potassium levels in neurons may cause mood swings in bipolar disorderIncreased potassium currents were responsible for hyperactivity of CA3 neurons. When exposed to potassium channel blockers, the hyperactivity disappeared. However, when exposed to lithium, the drug not only reversed hyperactivity but reduced potassium currents at the same time. The findings strengthen the case that potassium currents play a role in bipolar disorder. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 4, 2020Unique neuron that computes like a compass identifiedResearchers have identified a distinct excitatory neuron in the retrosplenial cortex that encodes direction related information over long durations. Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·January 8, 2020Abnormal neuron activity manifests as parental neglectAbnormal activation of parvalbumin neurons in the young mouse auditory cortex manifests as a result of maternal neglect. Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·July 26, 2019Brain region linked to altered social interactions in autism modelThe anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) plays a critical role in regulating social behaviors. In mouse models of ASD, dysfunction in the ACC was linked to social impairments associated with the disorder. Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·June 18, 2019The fractal brain, from a single neuron’s perspectiveResearchers say measuring signals from a single neuron may be as good as capturing information from many neurons at once. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 13, 2019Researchers identify hidden brain signals behind working memoryArtificially prolonging hippocampal sharp wave ripples improves working memory. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 21, 2019Blue Brain solves a century-old neuroscience problemA mathematical algorithm developed by the Blue Brain Project can objectively classify different shapes of neurons in the brain. The algorithm has already helped researchers objectively identify 17 types of pyramidal neurons in the somatosensory cortex of a rat. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 13, 2019Uncovering the Evolution of the BrainResearchers have developed a new technique to study the development of human neurons compared to the neurons of nonhuman primates. The findings shed new light on the evolution of the human brain. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 14, 2019Memory of Last Meal Influences How Much is Eaten Next: Rat StudyResearchers have identified neurons in the brains of rats that control future food intake by preserving memories of past meals. The findings suggest boosting meal memories could help to manage overeating and curb obesity. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotech·January 2, 2019How Does the Brain Learn by Talking to Itself?A new study reveals the role synaptic feedback systems play in shaping learning processes. The findings could help develop more efficient artificial intelligence techniques. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 28, 2018How the Brain Enables Us to Rapidly Focus AttentionResearchers have identified a mechanism within the cholinergic system that underlies our ability to rapidly focus attention. Read More
