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New pathways for sensory learning in the brain

Researchers have developed an automated, robotic training device that allows mice to learn at their leisure. The technology stands to further neuroscience research by allowing researchers to train animals under more natural conditions and identify mech…

Physicists use mathematics to trace neuro transitions

Unique in its application of a mathematical model to understand how the brain transitions from consciousness to unconscious behavior, a study may have just advanced neuroscience appreciably. The findings, surprisingly by physicists, suggest that the su…

How mammals’ brains evolved to distinguish odors is nothing to sniff at

Neuroscientists have discovered that at least six types of mammals — from mice to cats — distinguish odors in roughly the same way, using circuitry in the brain that’s evolutionarily preserved across species.

Biomaterial-delivered chemotherapy leads to long-term survival in brain cancer

A combination of chemotherapy drugs during brain cancer surgery using a biodegradable paste, leads to long-term survival, researchers have discovered.

Do antidepressants work better than placebo?

A new paper asks whether there is sufficient evidence to prove that antidepressants work better than a placebo. They conclude that there is not.

Cell types affected in brains of multiple sclerosis patients pinpointed

Scientists have discovered that a specific brain cell known as a ‘projection neuron’ has a central role to play in the brain changes seen in multiple sclerosis (MS). The research shows that projection neurons are damaged by the body’s own immune cells,…

How the brain distinguishes between voice and sound

Is the brain capable of distinguishing a voice from phonemes? Researchers devised pseudo-words spoken by three voices. Their aim? To observe how the brain processes this information when it focuses either on the voice or phonemes. The scientists discov…

Parkinson’s: New study associates oxidative stress with the spreading of aberrant proteins

Oxidative stress could be a driving force in the spreading of aberrant proteins involved in Parkinson’s disease.

Microdosing psychedelics: Does the evidence live up to the hype?

What is the practice of microdosing psychedelic drugs? Does it have any real benefits? Do studies support its therapeutic use? New research investigates.

Exercise offers protection against Alzheimer’s

Higher levels of daily physical activity may protect against the cognitive decline and neurodegeneration (brain tissue loss) from Alzheimer’s disease.