Proton pump inhibitors' effect on the enzyme that synthesizes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Credit: Taher Darreh-ShoriMillions of people around ...
Science
By recreating phobias and panic attacks, neuroscientists aim to improve anxiety therapies
Researchers are using virtual reality to test participants’ reactions to threats such as dogs or falling rocks to understand more about the brain mech...
Rice team makes tiny, magnetically powered neural stimulator
A sample of Rice University's 'magnetoelectric' film atop a bed of uncooked rice. Rice neuroengineers created the bi-layered film to power implantable...
How researchers are restoring sensation via implant to breast cancer survivors
Schematic illustration of the concept for a breast reconstructed using an implant. Credit: Lindau and BensmaiaAbout half of Prof. Stacy Lindau's patie...
Pregnancy reprograms breast cells, reducing cancer risk
Human breast organoids. The organoids were grown in 3D matrix (matrigel) and treated with DOX to induce cMYC expression (red). The cultures were fixed...
Are we wired for romance? fMRI imaging and genetic analysis say yes
Credit: CC0 Public DomainIf you've ever been a newlywed, you know the tingly euphoria of saying "I do" and starting a life with your spouse. This is r...
Ultra-thin fibres designed to protect nerves after brain surgery
Light microscope image of nimodipine fibers. Credit: Johanna ZechBrain surgery poses a major threat to nerve cells. Even slight injuries can kill the ...
Research shows evidence that bilingualism delays the brain's aging process
Credit: CC0 Public DomainThe next time you get the urge to lapse into English while conversing in your other language, try not to and your brain will ...
Researchers develop endoscope that takes sharp, 3-D images of cells
Dr Antony Orth holding an ultra-thin microendoscope used in the study, which revealed the 3D imaging potential of the existing technology. Credit: RMI...