Brain Cells in Mice That Create Mental Maps Are More Connected Than Previously Thought
New techniques for monitoring small groups of brain cells in mice challenge a tenet of how neurons work together to form memories
New techniques for monitoring small groups of brain cells in mice challenge a tenet of how neurons work together to form memories
Mice navigating virtual environments reveal brain activity that adjusts mental maps.
A new study in mice reveals how periods of rest help memory cells remember entire environments
Study that asked people to pick paintings reveals bias in how memories of past decisions influence future decisions
Mouse research links motivation for mental state to dopamine, a brain chemical implicated in Parkinson’s and other diseases.
A brain region that allows birds to remember thousands of food hiding spots during the winter offers a new way to study memory, with implications for disease and AI.
In conversation with Daphna Shohamy, PhD, a writer connects neuroscience to narrative.
Research on the female zebra finch promises new insights into how we judge the actions of others.
New study demonstrates the power of novelty to boost the brain’s problem-solving abilities