Computation
April 5, 2018
Columbia Scientists Build Better Way to Decode the Genome
New computer algorithm deciphers DNA’s most well-kept secrets; may help find the links between genes and disease.
Tools & Technology
February 16, 2018
The Brain Science of Sound
Nima Mesgarani, PhD, deciphers how the human brain distinguishes and interprets the sounds we hear. Now, he’s being recognized as one of 2018’s top innovators for his achievements.
Evolution
November 2, 2017
What the Discovery of an Elusive Protein Means for Science and Medicine
Columbia-led research solves decade-long scientific mystery; lays groundwork for entirely new investigations into cell biology and disease
Movement
October 20, 2017
BRAIN Initiative Awards $25.1M to Zuckerman Institute Scientists
Series of awards unites experts from different fields and universities; bolsters innovative, team approach to deciphering the complexities of the brain.
Tools & Technology
June 16, 2017
Building the Tools to Revolutionize Brain Research
At the 2017 World Science Festival, scientists shared their insights into how technology is advancing what we can uncover about the brain — and how that knowledge stands to improve health and society
Tools & Technology
December 12, 2016
Patterns Revealed in the Brain at Rest
Findings offer insight into long-standing scientific question; reinforce use of fMRI for studies of brain activity.
Tools & Technology
November 8, 2016
Real-Time 3D Imaging of Living Brains
Leica Microsystems to develop SCAPE microscopy.
Learning & Memory
July 7, 2016
Imaging Study in Mice Sheds Light on How the Brain Draws a Map
Scientists track brain-cell activity of mice in real time, gain insight into how the brain stores and organizes information
Tools & Technology
June 21, 2016
How are Adult and Newborn Mouse Brains Different?
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
Movement
May 27, 2016
Tracing the Steps that Guide Movement
For Richard Mann, answers to some of biology’s biggest puzzles, such as how our brains direct our muscles to move, can be found in the tiniest of places.
