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

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.

Magnetic nanodiscs can be activated by an external magnetic field, providing a research tool for studying neural responses.

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.

Peter Reddien's lab at the Whitehead Institute takes a step forward in understanding how neural circuits could be regenerated in adults.

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.