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Learning & Memory December 8, 2021

New Findings Reveal How The Brain’s Memory Center Filters Out Unimportant Details

A study in mice that sheds light on how the brain remembers key details could one day help treat disorders impacting memory

Learning & Memory December 1, 2021

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

Movement November 24, 2021

For the Brain, Context is Key to New Theory of Movement and Memory

Mathematical model could help in physical therapy and shed light on learning in general

The Senses November 17, 2021

Solving a Mystery 60 Years Old: How Insect Vision Detects Motion

A Q&A with neuroscientists Rudy Behnia, Jessica Kohn and Jacob Portes

Tools & Technology November 10, 2021

Meet Abbas Rizvi

How did a space-exploring father inspire his son to investigate the brain? Meet Abbas Rizvi, PhD, associate research scientist.

Movement November 4, 2021

Mental Landscapes: The Brain-Spine Connection

A new look at nerve cells linked to complicated movements that require many steps.

Disease November 3, 2021

Meet Erica Rodriguez

How does a scientist who injured her back think about chronic pain in the brain? Meet Erica Rodriguez, PhD, postdoctoral research fellow in the Salzman Lab.

The Senses October 27, 2021

How the Brain Perceives Landmarks

Mice navigating virtual environments reveal brain activity that adjusts mental maps.

Evolution October 27, 2021

Why Are Humans so Good at Learning?

New research highlights a genetic component to our species' mental abilities.

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