Part of the visual cortex dedicated to recognizing objects appears predisposed to identifying words and letters, a study finds.

Recent advances give theoretical insight into why deep learning networks are successful.

New analysis could help uncover potential drug targets for attention deficits and sensory hypersensitivity.

Device not only helps record dream reports, but also guides dreams toward particular themes.

Unique survey of gene expression by cell type in humans and mice reveals several deficits affecting the most vulnerable neurons.

Among study’s many surprises may be a new way to address Fragile X syndrome — by finding a “protein X.”

A new computational method fine-tunes delivery of therapeutics to specific brain regions.

Acoustic and biological constraints shape how we hear harmony across cultures.

To spy on worms for days on end, Picower Institute scientists invent a new open-source microscopy platform.

Method could shed light on nitric oxide’s role in the neural, circulatory, and immune systems.