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·June 5, 2018·4 min read

What Effect Does TMS Have on the Brain?

Researchers report transcranial magnetic stimulation predisposes neural connections in the visual cortex for reorganization.

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·May 29, 2018·4 min read

Early Life Seizures Prematurely Wake Up Brain Networks Tied to Autism

A new study reveals a possible mechanism for the relationship between seizures early in life and later diagnosis of ASD.

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·May 23, 2018·5 min read

Memory Molecule Limits Plasticity by Calibrating Calcium

Researchers have identified a novel role the RGS14 protein plays in limiting synaptic plasticity.

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·May 10, 2018·5 min read

Neuroscientists Find First Evidence Animals Can Mentally Replay Past Events

Indiana University researchers provide evidence that rats are able to mentally replay memories of past events. The study reveals the animals' memories were long lasting and resistant to interference from other memories, both of which are hallmarks of episodic memory, researchers say.

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·April 23, 2018·4 min read

What Learning Looks Like In the Brain

Using a new advanced imaging technology, researchers capture new patterns of molecular organization as connections between neurons strengthen during learning tasks.

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·April 13, 2018·4 min read

Does Physical Activity Influence the Health of Future Offspring?

Researchers report both physical and mental exercise can affect the learning ability of future offspring, at least in mice.

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·April 3, 2018·4 min read

Long-Lasting Brain Proteins Offer Clues to How Memories Last a Lifetime

Researcher report long-lasting proteins in the brain could be a crucial part of the molecular machinery that helps govern long term memory and learning.

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·April 2, 2018·3 min read

Reorganization of Brain Outputs in Deaf Cats

Researchers report within the first weeks of life, deaf cats have reduced connections between the anterior ectosylvian sulcus and the superior colliculus. However, deaf cats have increased connections from other auditory areas to the superior colliculus.

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·March 27, 2018·3 min read

Nicotinic Receptor and Long-Term Memory Study Paves Way for Targeted Dementia Therapy

Researchers report alpha 7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors enhance communication between the hippocampus and frontal cortex, where as a4b7 nicotinic receptors decrease the communication. The findings may have implications for the way stimulation of acetylcholine can be used to treat dementia.