Study identifies a novel mechanism in which the lateral habenula regulates the cardiovascular system in response to stress. Read More
Exercise may be a new prescription to help those with sleep problems. Researchers found rigorous exercise causes measurable changes in sleep quality, even if a person doesn't notice the difference. Read More
Dopamine neurons in the midbrain become active in a previously undetected way when an animal considers a reward that is changing in value. Read More
Chronic increases of the cytokine IL-17a circulating in the blood of mice reduced microglia activity in one region of the hippocampus, an area of the brain critical for memory and learning. Read More
Spontaneous eye-blink rates could be the missing link in explaining the relationship between aerobic fitness and cognitive function. Read More
Neurons in the brainstem suppress unwanted movements during REM sleep in mice, a new study reports. Read More
Normal sleep in mice is reliant upon bacteria that help produce neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, in the gut. Read More
Dopamine neurons in the brain regulate internal processes of economic decision making, evaluating available options, and identifying the most preferable outcome. Read More
Researchers have been able to spark a hibernation-like state in mice by artificially exciting Q neurons. Read More
Hippocampal adult-born neurons are responsible for memory consolidation during REM sleep. Read More
Study identifies a key role the brainstem neurotensinergic neurons play in non-REM sleep regulation. Read More
Researchers have identified novel neural pathways that help regulate sleep and wakefulness. Read More
