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The researchers describe a method that uses a special kind of blue light to control communication between neurons in the brain. It temporarily stops communication between specific...

As we live in a dynamically changing environment, it is important for our brain to not only learn new things but also to modify existing memories.

Scientists have identified a molecular mechanism that renders memories flexible. Cognitive flexibility is very important in adapting to a changing environment. The findings lay the foundation for research on how to restore cognitive flexibility with age or in diseases such as autism and schizophrenia. The authors showed that cognitive flexibility is determined at the time of initial learning which refutes previous theories that proposed synaptic plasticity only occurs after memory formation.

German scientist warns of ocean acidification

German scientist warns of ocean acidification

New findings from a landmark study indicate there may be a way to predict treatment response in breast cancer patients even before treatment begins

Findings in mice point to potential therapies for blinding eye disease uveitis and multiple sclerosis.

Controlling signal transmission and reception within the brain circuits is necessary for neuroscientists to achieve a better understanding of the brain's functions.

Lithium-ion batteries are notorious for being a fire hazard due to their flammable organic electrolytes. As such, there has been much effort to utilize water-based electrolytes as a safer alternative.