Scientists identify specific brain region and circuits controlling attention
Norepinephrine-producing neurons in the locus coeruleus produce attention focus, impulse control via two distinct connections to prefrontal cortex.
Nov. 3, 2020 • ~8 min
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Synthetic odors created by activating brain cells help neuroscientists understand how smell works
Brains recognize a smell based on which cells fire, in what order – the same way you recognize a song based on its pattern of notes. How much can you change the 'tune' and still know the smell?
July 8, 2020 • ~8 min
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Optogenetics with SOUL
The Feng lab has developed a next-generation optogenetic system for non-invasive stimulation of neurons.
May 7, 2020 • ~5 min
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Dirty flies offer clues to neural circuits
Researchers have mapped the brain mechanisms that drive movement in grooming fruit flies. That could help fight Parkinson's disease and OCD.
March 6, 2020 • ~6 min
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New evidence that shows how the brain makes decisions
New technology helps dissect how the brain ignores or acts on information
Feb. 7, 2020 • ~5 min
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Red and green light refine control of optogenetics
A new feat in optogenetics used red and green light to raise and lower the speed of beating heart cells.
Nov. 6, 2019 • ~4 min
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Can brain implants with lasers ‘reprogram’ our genomes?
"Optogenomics" could one day offer the ability to manipulate our genomes, potentially upending treatment for cancer and other diseases.
July 17, 2019 • ~4 min
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Leg nerves activated by light offer new path to restoring mobility
New optogenetic technique could help restore limb movement, treat muscle tremor.
Dec. 26, 2018 • ~7 min
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Stress can lead to risky decisions | MIT News
Neuroscientists find chronic stress skews decisions toward higher-risk options.
Nov. 16, 2017 • ~7 min
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Next-generation optogenetic molecules control single neurons | MIT News
Focused laser beam could help scientists map connections among neurons that underlie behavior.
Nov. 13, 2017 • ~8 min
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