FeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2013·2 min readResearchers Identify Neural Circuits That Modulate REM SleepResearchers discover a link between neural activity in the lateral hypothalamus and the state of REM sleep.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2013·2 min readScientists Develop New Process to Create Artificial Cell MembranesResearchers have developed a new process to create synthetic cell membranes.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2013·3 min readBrain and Song Structure in Zebra Finches Strongly Influenced by EnvironmentVariations in brain and song structure in zebra finches is strongly influenced by environment, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 1, 2013·2 min readCongressman Chaka Fattah Introduces House Resolution Recognizing World Alzheimer’s MonthCongressman Fattah introduces a new resolution in the U.S House of Representatives which supports the goals of World Alzheimer's Month.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 1, 2013·2 min readDecoding Sounds’ Source: Researchers Unravel Part of MysteryA new study provides insight into how localized hearing works in the brain.Read More
EventsFeaturedNeuroscience·September 27, 2013·1 min readChallenges and Opportunities of the BRAIN Initiative to be Addressed in Public HearingJoin the public hearing ""A Mindful Approach to the BRAIN Initiative" in person or online. The meeting will be held on the morning of October 4, 2013.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 26, 2013·4 min readDynamics of Protein Synthesis at Neuron Tip is Basis for Memory and LearningA new study finds protein synthesis in dendrites could be responsible for long-term memory formation in the brain, in addition to other functions.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 25, 2013·3 min readMaths Experts are “Made, Not Born”A new neuroimaging study supports Darwin's belief that intellectual excellence is down to practice rather than inherent ability.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 25, 2013·4 min readScientists Build a ‘Brain Stethoscope’ to Turn Seizures into MusicScientists turn EEG recordings of normal and seizure state brain activity into music. The work could lead to a new biofeedback tool to identify brain activity associated with seizures.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 24, 2013·3 min readA Shot of Anxiety and the World StinksA new neuroimaging study reveals how anxiety or stress can link areas of the brain for emotion and olfactory processing, making neutral odors smell malodorous.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 23, 2013·3 min readBrain May Rely on Computer Like Mechanism to Make Sense of Novel SituationsOur brains could process new situations by relying on a method similar to a "pointer" system used by computers, new research suggests.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 20, 2013·4 min readCovert Operations: Your Brain Digitally Remastered for Clarity of ThoughtNeurofeedback which enhances the signal-to-noise ratio of brain activity, could have positive implication for rehabilitation following brain injury.Read More