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Rice University Scientists Develop Noninvasive Method to Monitor Gene Expression in the Brain

This week, Rice University scientists have made a groundbreaking development in the study of gene expression in the brain. Their research, published in Nature Biotechnology, introduces a noninvasive method to monitor gene expression dynamics in the brain through a simple…

Advancements in Neuroscience Research for Movement Disorders

Neuroscience, the last frontier of medical research, continues to unlock the enigmas of the human brain. Leading the charge is Professor Lee Miller, whose recent studies have unearthed significant insights into the treatment and understanding of movement disorders. These studies…

Groundbreaking Discovery in Understanding Memory Formation

Scientists at the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding the molecular mechanisms behind memory formation. Their research has identified a crucial protein, VAP (vesicle-associated membrane protein-associated protein), as the molecular anchor that stabilizes…

Study Reveals Unique Characteristics of Human Purkinje Cells in the Cerebellum

Recent research has shed light on the morphological and physiological characteristics of human Purkinje cells (PCs), a crucial type of neuron in the cerebellum. While these cells have been extensively studied in rodents, our understanding of them in humans has…