Neuroscience

Neuroscience research articles are provided.

What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, pharmacology, electrophysiology, biology, robotics and technology.

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·April 28, 2014·3 min read

Overlooked Cells Hold Keys to Brain Organization and Disease

Researchers report malfunctioning astrocytes could contribute to neurodegenerative diseases, such as ALS.

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Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·April 27, 2014·2 min read

Researchers Discover a Key Regulator in the Pacemakers of Brain and Heart

Researchers discover T-type channels can shift from using calcium ions to sodium ions to generate electrochemical signals, because of an outer shield of amino acids.

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·April 25, 2014·4 min read

Controlling Brain Waves to Improve Vision

Researchers use novel techniques to see how the brain processes visual stimuli that do, or do not, reach our awareness.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 24, 2014·3 min read

Channel Makeover Bioengineered to Switch off Neurons

Researchers bioengineer an enhancement to a cutting edge technology that provides instant control over brain circuit activity with a flash of light.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 24, 2014·3 min read

Fruitfly Study Identifies Brain Circuit that Drives Daily Cycles of Rest and Activity

Researchers identify neural circuitry in fruit flies that helps control their circadian rhythm.

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·April 24, 2014·2 min read

Researchers Find Neural Signature for Mistake Correction

Researchers capture a brain signal underlying memory transfer.

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·April 23, 2014·4 min read

Some Astronauts at Risk for Cognitive Impairment, Animal Studies Suggest

A new study reports rats which have been exposed to high energy particles, simulating conditions astronauts would face during long-term deep space missions, showed lapses in attention and slower reaction times.