FeaturedNeuroscience·January 23, 2014·6 min readWatching Molecules Morph into MemoriesResearchers use advanced imaging techniques to obtain insights into how the brain makes memories.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 16, 2014·2 min readHow Metabolism and Brain Activity Are LinkedA new study sheds light on how diet can help control seizures in those with epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 29, 2013·3 min readHuman Brain Development Is a Symphony in Three MovementsResearchers conduct a large scale genetic analysis of the cerebral neocortex at different stages during development, from neonatal to adulthood.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 20, 2013·4 min readThe Logistics of LearningTwo new studies provide new insights into the molecular mechanisms that underlie the learning process.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 17, 2013·2 min readResearch Team Finds Hope for Pharmacological Solution to Cocaine AddictionResearchers suggest a method of biologically manipulating neural circuitry could lead to a new pharmacological approach which could weaken cocaine withdrawal.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 16, 2013·3 min readSynaptic Mechanisms of Brain WavesResearchers explore synaptic mechanisms of rhythmic brain waves thanks to custom designed tools.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·December 9, 2013·3 min readResearch Advances Knowledge of Triggers in Memory FormationA new study advances basic understanding of the biochemical mechanisms associated with how memories are formed.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 5, 2013·4 min readGene Found to be Crucial for Formation of Certain Brain CircuitryResearchers report they have discovered a gene involved in forming synapses.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 4, 2013·7 min readHow Our Nerves Keep FiringResearchers report on how nerve cells recycle vesicles. The findings suggest the process is much faster and different that previously proposed.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 25, 2013·6 min readCommon Brain Cell Plays Key Role in Shaping Neural CircuitsAstrocytes actively refine neural circuits by selectively eliminating synapses, a new study reports.Read More
Featured·November 22, 2013·3 min readChaotic Physics in Ferroelectrics Hints at Brain-Like ComputingUnexpected behavior in ferroelectric materials explored by researchers supports a new approach to information storage and processing known as memcomputing.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 11, 2013·3 min readSignal Found to Enhance Survival of New Brain CellsResearchers discover how parvalbumin-expressing interneurons, which usually limits stem cell activity, can also encourage the survival of the stem cells' progeny.Read More
