Mastering New Movements
In his research, Rui Costa asks: How does the brain discover and refine new behaviors?
In his research, Rui Costa asks: How does the brain discover and refine new behaviors?
A Q&A with Joseph Gogos, MD, PhD.
Ning Qian is exploring how the brain makes sense of the world we see, as well as why people with autism often find it difficult to look at faces.
Findings reveal mismatch between neuronal activity and blood flow in the brains of newborn mice, shedding new light on how the growing brain feeds itself
Award recognizes Dr. Polleux’s groundbreaking research to map the brain’s wiring, lending insight into human cognition and our susceptibility to disease.
In his research, Wesley Grueber asks: How do cells know how and where to spread their tendrils?
Team uses chemical compound to restore affected brain regions; findings could lead to new treatment strategies.
Minoree Kohwi is mapping how cells mature into a healthy, thriving brain — painstaking work that could one day lead to effective treatments for brain disease and injury.
Study also reveals what can happen when that circuitry is disrupted — and may offer new insight into the treatment of conditions such as posttraumatic stress, panic and anxiety disorders.
Deterioration of tiny brain region offers clues to onset of psychiatric disorder.