Neuroscience
Neuroscience is a multidisciplinary field that explores the complexities of the nervous system, encompassing the study of brain structure, function, development, genetics, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, and psychology. Study of Neurosciencs involves understaning the biological mechanisms that underlie cognition, emotions, and behavior and how various neurological and psychiatric conditions arise. Neuroscientists work towards unraveling the mysteries of neural processes, including learning, memory, and consciousness, by investigating neurons’ intricate networks and synaptic connections. Advances in this field are crucial for developing effective treatments for neurological disorders, enhancing mental health care, and providing insights into the fundamental nature of the human mind and behavior.
Neuroscience
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Magnetoencephalography and computational analysis to accurately diagnose concussions
Simon Fraser University researchers have found that high-resolution brain scans, coupled with computational analysis, could play a critical role in helping to detect concussions that conventional scans might miss. In a study published in PLOS Computational Biology,…
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New biomarker based on expression of SHOX2 gene for predicting survival in Gliomas
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found a new biomarker for glioma, a common type of brain cancer, that can help doctors determine how aggressive a cancer is and that could eventually help determine the best…
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NeuroVascular Unit on a chip created to mimic functions of Blood-brain barrier
The blood-brain barrier is a network of specialized cells that surrounds the arteries and veins within the brain. It forms a unique gateway that both provides brain cells with the nutrients they require and protects them from…
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Role of Hippocampus in future thinking and scene construction
Over the past decade, researchers have learned that the hippocampus historically known for its role in forming memories is involved in much more than just remembering the past; it plays an important role in imagining events in…
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Research shows new understanding on how working memory is stored in brain
Working memory is integral part of cognitive process and it involves short term memory. Previous research shown that it depends on sustained, elevated brain activity. However researchers at University of Wisconsin-Madison have shown that humans can hold…
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