Evolution
July 28, 2026
Human Brainpower May Get Boost from Immune Cells That Mature Slowly
The new findings could shed light on what made the human brain unique during evolution
Evolution
July 31, 2025
A Tale of Two Worms
Maps of nematode nerves highlight evolutionary differences that could shed light on brain evolution
Evolution
May 15, 2024
Some Mice May Owe Their Monogamy to a Newly Evolved Type of Cell
Scientists discover the cells and hormones that inspire mice to nurture their young; the same hormones are also present in humans
Evolution
December 6, 2023
Fighting Chickens Offer Clues to Genetic Origins of Aggression
Scientists complete largest genomic analysis of gamecocks to date
Tools & Technology
June 20, 2023
Cuttlefish Brain Atlas First of Its Kind
The dwarf cuttlefish, with skin that changes color based on what it sees and feels, could help neuroscientists ask and answer new questions
Evolution
March 9, 2022
Mental Landscapes: Introducing the Betta Fish
Genetic origins of their splendid colors and wavy shapes revealed
Evolution
October 27, 2021
Why Are Humans so Good at Learning?
New research highlights a genetic component to our species' mental abilities.
Evolution
August 5, 2021
Flies with Four Wings? Investigating Genes that Pattern Animal Bodies
A Q&A with Richard Mann and Ryan Loker
Learning & Memory
October 6, 2020
NIH New Innovator Award Goes to Columbia Neuroscientist Studying “Genius” Birds and Memory
$2.43 million grant will fund cutting-edge technologies and research positions aimed at deciphering what a memory looks like.
Evolution
April 16, 2020
Finding the Brainy Genes That Make Us Human
A Q&A with Franck Polleux, PhD, and James Noonan, PhD.
