FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·March 19, 2015·3 min readThe Visual System Find it Hard to Focus on Just One ThingWhen it comes to object recognition, the visual system has trouble focusing in on just one dimension, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 16, 2015·3 min readNew Pathways Discovered to Prevent BlindnessA new study investigates the relationship between brain plasticity and vision loss.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 19, 2015·3 min readMajor Cause of Blindness Linked to Calcium Deposits in the EyeResearchers link microscopic spheres of calcium phosphate to the development of AMD.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 19, 2015·3 min readHow Does the Brain Adapt to the Restoration of Eyesight?A new study could help pave the way for developing adaptive rehabilitation programs following visual restoration surgery.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 23, 2014·2 min readEcholocation Acts as Substitute Sense for Blind PeopleResearchers report human echolocation works in tandem with other senses to help deliver vital information for those with visual impairments.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 18, 2014·5 min readIn One Aspect of Vision, Computers Catch up to Primate BrainResearchers report their new artificial neural network can identify objects as well as the primate brain can.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 16, 2014·4 min readWhich Dot Will They Hunt?Researchers shed light on the neural circuitry involved in the behavior which allows young zebrafish to capture their prey.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurology·December 10, 2014·4 min readMyelin Linked to Speedy Recovery of Human Visual System after Tumor RemovalNeuroimaging study shows how the brain heals itself within a few weeks of surgery to remove tumors.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 8, 2014·7 min readNew Therapy Holds Promise for Restoring VisionNew genetic treatment helps restore light sensitivity in blind mice, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 3, 2014·2 min readWireless Nanorod Nanotube Film Enables Light Stimulation of Blind RetinaResearchers use nanotechnology to create a light sensitive film that could form the basis for a prosthetic retina.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 1, 2014·4 min readThe Human Eye Can See ‘Invisible’ Infrared LightThe retina can sense infrared light under certain conditions, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 19, 2014·2 min readNew Function for Rods in DaylightResearchers identify a novel function for rod photoreceptors in the retina during daylight.Read More
