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The neuroscience category is a comprehensive resource where you can access the most up-to-date and academic information about the brain, nervous system and cognitive processes. It allows you to explore different areas of neuroscience, from the functioning of nerve cells to the mechanisms of consciousness, memory and emotion. You can access in-depth content on topics such as brain plasticity, neural networks, neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive neuroscience!
Polygraph: Lie Detector Test to Understand the Truth
Discover how the polygraph works, explore are lie detector accurate, and understand how lie detectors work in this insightful article.
Pain Pathways: Yes, They’re Gender-Specific!
Recent research reveals that male and female nerve cells respond differently to pain-sensitizing substances!
Cancer Research: Uncovering Glioma Cells’ Shining Activity
New investigations are delving into the intricate connection between cancer and neurons, aiming to interrupt their communication channels.
Primary Visual Cortex And Its Mechanisms of Recurrent Activity
In mammals, the intricate process of perceiving visual stimuli involves the collaborative activity of thousands of neurons across diverse brain regions. The images captured by the eyes embark on a journey through successive stages within the brain, undergoing refinement at each step. This succinctly highlights the complex neural orchestration behind the formation of our visual perceptions.
ALS Development Linked to Disruption of Mitochondria-Associated Membranes
Scientists at Nagoya University in Japan have unveiled a connection between the advancement of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, and the disturbance observed in mitochondria-associated membranes (MAM). These MAMs serve as the critical junctions where mitochondria and the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) of the cell come into contact.
Investigating the Connection Between Early-Life Stress and Maladaptive Behavior Across Different Species
Early-life adversities, including parental neglect and trauma, significantly shape adult behavior. Studies reveal that individuals with a history of childhood abuse are more susceptible to mood and conduct disorders, leading to altered social behaviors such as aggression, withdrawal, or mistrust.
How Mice Reveal the Neurons that Cause Stress and Poor Sleep?
Mice experiencing fear exhibit disrupted sleep patterns, and researchers have identified specific neurons that play a role in this phenomenon.
The ‘Biocomputer’: A Combination of Electronic Hardware and Lab-Grown Brain Tissue
A hybrid machine that incorporates brain cells into its system has the capability to perform tasks such as voice recognition.
Deciphering the Love Song of Fruit Flies: Neuroscientists Unravel the Mystery
In the natural world, the allure of love songs is as strong as it is on the airwaves. From literature like Twelfth Night to movies like The Trumpet of the Swan and Happy Feet, the significance of serenading one's beloved resonates across both human and animal realms.
Researchers Present Elaborate Brain Cell Maps for Human and Nonhuman Primates
Highly elaborate cell maps set the stage for innovative treatments.