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A series of preliminary reports shows the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect neurons and disrupt brain signaling for months post-infection.
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The COVID-19 pandemic sparked increased interest in the effects of social isolation on our brains and mental health.
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Every year there are awards of all kinds that honor the work of neuroscientists. What do prizes mean for the winners, the field, and us?
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Many awards honor the work of researchers and physician scientists studying the brain. Here’s a look at just a few of the big prizes in neuroscience.
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