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Brain-Machine Interface

Formerly only in the domain of fantasy, brain-controlled devices now exist. These complex robotic tools are made possible by past studies of nerve cell communication.

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Sensory nerves form the connections between taste buds on the tongue

A Matter of Taste

Why do some people enjoy the taste of broccoli while others find it bitter and unpleasant? Neurobiological and genetic sources of taste preferences can influence eating habits — and health.

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Whole-mount X-gal staining of sensory axons innervating the limbs of an embryonic day 15.5 mouse carrying the LacZ gene driven by the sensory neuron promoter of Brn3a.

Aging in Different Ways

Neuroscientists believe that the brain can remain relatively healthy and full-functioning as it ages.

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Images of brains in five states of development: 25 weeks, 30 weeks, 33 weeks, full term, and adult.

Brain Atlases

Like detailed driving maps produced from satellite images, the latest maps of the brain allow scientists to explore the nervous system in new ways.

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Discoveries

Carla Shatz, PhD, is a professor of biology and neurobiology at Stanford University, as well as the director of Bio-X.

Carla Shatz: Shattering the Glass Ceiling

Source: Society for Neuroscience
An award-winning neurobiologist encourages students to ask for advice.
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How does the brain handle multitasking?

Source: Society for Neuroscience
When two tasks demand competing attention, there is generally a switching that occurs between the neural processes involved, rather than concurrent processing as may be expected with true multitasking.
Research shows that a brain region called the fusiform face area (FFA) is important in recognizing and distinguishing faces.

About Face: How the Brain Recognizes and Processes Faces

Source: Society for Neuroscience

Brain scientists are now developing a thorough understanding of the specialized circuits that distinguish faces.

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Nuts and Bolts: The Neuron

Source: Wellcome Trust
Neurons are highly specialised cells that conduct and process information in animals, enabling thought, perception and control of movement. Problems with neuronal function underpin a range of neurological and psychiatric disorders. Lydia Harriss presents a quick guide to these remarkable cells.
Distribution of orexin-immunoreactive neurons in a horizontal brain slice from an orexin/Halorhodopsin transgenic mouse.

Autism: The Pervasive Developmental Disorder

Source: Dana Foundation

No disorder captures the attention of the nation like Autism. David G. Amaral, Ph.D., University of California Davis Health System, explains what exactly Autism is, and where the most promising research on the subject is currently located.

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Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa: Passion for Neuroscience

Source: Society for Neuroscience
A neuroscientist reflects on his journey from migrant farmer to top neurosurgeon.
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Recent Neuroscience in the News

Paralyzed Woman Uses Thoughts to Move Robotic Arm

Source: Reuters

'Big jump forward' for technology aimed at helping paralyzed individuals. 

Brain Ailments in Veterans Likened to Those in Athletes

Source: New York Times

Similarities may prove vital in helping soldiers with traumatic brain injuries.

Study Examines Depression and Aging Brain

Source: Wall Street Journal
Subjects who were depressed in middle age had an elevated risk of dementia in old age, analysis finds.
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