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The mammalian brain is a web of densely interconnected neurons, yet one of the mysteries in neuroscience is how tools that capture relatively few components…
First-of-its-kind study finds more gait impairments in older adults by ‘throwing them a curve’. A first-of-its-kind study suggests that to detect subtle gait impairments in…
According to a study recently published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, individuals exposed to higher levels of traffic-related air…
Inhibiting the STING protein in aged mice leads to decreased inflammation and improved memory and physical function, highlighting a promising approach to mitigating aging-related challenges….
Patterned low-intensity, low-frequency ultrasound (LILFUS) offers a safe and effective method for controlling brain functions. The ability of the human brain to adjust to both…
Using a murine model, researchers detect changes in the phosphorylation levels of key proteins involved in long-term memory formation. Multiple studies have demonstrated the memory-enhancing…
Key steps leading to such accumulation identified; could inform new therapeutic approaches. Under normal circumstances, tau protein is part of the brain’s infrastructure, important for…
Researchers at Salk catalog all the chemical changes to the genetic structure that orchestrate cell behavior in the mouse brain, producing the most detailed atlas…
A study of people in 15 countries reveals that while everyone favors rhythms with simple integer ratios, biases can vary quite a bit across societies….
Daily fiber supplements enhance brain function in seniors without affecting muscle strength, promising a simple dietary addition to combat early Alzheimer’s signs. A daily fiber…
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins have demonstrated that specialized cells can signal the presence of light simultaneously in two distinct ways Working with mammalian retinal cells,…
International team decodes intricate dance of dopamine and serotonin in human brains, shedding light on social decisions. In a study published in Nature Human Behavior,…
Activating a specific brain wave through light and sound therapy enhances the release of peptides from interneurons, promoting the removal of Alzheimer’s-related proteins through the…
Dopamine’s influence extends to regulating movement lengths, offering new therapeutic targets for Parkinson’s Disease. Dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain, is mostly known for…
Scientists have revealed a new understanding of the impact of physical movements on sensory experiences, questioning traditional views in the field of neuroscience. The brain…
Study reveals mechanistic roles of delta opioid receptors and specific neuronal pathways that are involved in anxiety-like behaviors in mice. Anxiety-related disorders can have a…