How a unique class of neurons may set the table for brain development

The way the brain develops can shape us throughout our lives, so neuroscientists are intensely curious about how it happens.

Does String Theory Solve the Mystery of the Brain?

In a nutshell, string theory is a sprawling realm of theoretical physics that assumes that tiny vibrating strings are the ...
Technology Networks

Preventing Neuron Death in ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia

New research has discovered that reducing levels of the STAUFEN-1 protein can prevent neuron death caused by DNA damage and ...
Ars Technica

Researchers get spiking neural behavior out of a pair of transistors

The growing energy use of AI has gotten a lot of people working on ways to make it less power hungry. One option is to develop processors that are a better match to the sort of computational needs of ...
Popular Science

Scientists watch how mice learn, one synapse at a time

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. One of the brain’s most important properties is its flexibility ...