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Researchers report the gamma-CaMPII protein plays a critical role in learning and memory. The shuttle protein may be dysfunctional in those with Schizophrenia and autism, hindering learning abilities, researchers report.

A new model of the retina can predict the outcome of defined perturbation.

A new study reveals subplate cells may not simply disappear, they may, instead, be migrating to different levels of the cortex. In essence, subplate cells may become part of the cerebral cortex.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE What It’s Like to Watch an IBM AI Successfully Debate Humans Dieter Bohn | The Verge “It looks like a huge leap beyond that other splashy demonstration we all remember from IBM when Watson mop...

A new study suggests also looking for "bioessential" elements when searching for alien life.

Beach sand can harbor a number of bacteria, parasites and fungi that are linked with diseases.

Most of us have long accepted that our brains look like overgrown, shriveled walnuts. But why do our brains have those telltale wrinkles?

Researchers reveal the phenomenon of ASMR videos may have a positive physiological effect on viewers. The study reports those who experience ASMR have lower heart rates while watching the videos, as well as an increase i...

Researchers reveal how molecular alterations in the brain are linked to behaviors central to addiction.