Newly Discovered Neural Network Gets Visual and Motor Circuits in Sync A fruit fly walks…
Browsing: Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown
The Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, located in Lisbon, Portugal, is a cutting-edge biomedical research and clinical facility that was inaugurated in 2010. Funded by the Champalimaud Foundation, the center is dedicated to advancing research in neuroscience and oncology, with a particular focus on translating scientific discoveries into treatments that can improve patient outcomes. The facility’s striking architecture, overlooking the Tagus River, symbolizes its mission of exploring the “unknown” fields of science and medicine. The center hosts a range of state-of-the-art laboratories and clinical services, providing an integrated approach to understanding and treating complex conditions such as cancer and neurological disorders. It attracts leading scientists and clinicians from around the world, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovative approaches to research and care.
A study revealed a new brain circuit where PT neurons amplify motor signals, enhancing movement…
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