Researchers use optogenetics to inhibit brain activity in order to discover more about the relationship between behavior and neural circuits.
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A new study reports social robots may be good counselors. Researchers say the NAO robot is able to provide a helpful motivational interview, a technique used by counselors to support behavior change.
Researchers have pinpointed how brain activity changes in mouse models of Parkinson's disease, providing clues as to what may drive symptoms of the disease in humans.
Researchers are investigating Google Glass as an aid to help people with PD retain their independence for longer.
A new study shows the effectiveness of ketamine in treating depression in a mouse model of the disease and also helps bring together two hypotheses for the cause of depression.
Max Planck researchers announce they have developed a new tool that can assist with precise genome editing in neurons.
Children as young as three enact costly punishments. Additionally, findings reveal a sense of authority can foster group regulatory behavior amongst children of various different age groups.
The discovery of a new species of hominin opens the door to a new way of thinking about our ancient ancestors, researchers report.
A series of short films looks at how using animals to better understand what happens in the brains of those with OCD may help lead to better treatments.
Researchers have developed a dust sized wireless sensor that can be implanted into the body.
Study reveals evidence of rising feelings of despair in Generation X'ers reaching middle age that cuts across racial, educational and geographical divides.
HHMI researchers used electronic microscopy technology to generate a high resolution digital snapshot of the adult fruit fly brain.
