Half a century of neurophysiological recordings from single electrodes established a ‘localized’ viewpoint on function in the brain — that complex behaviour results from computations that are carried ...

Early microscopic-scale pericyte dysfunction contributes to the initial stages of many neurological diseases and represents a strong candidate target for therapeutic intervention. A non-invasive ...

A new study found that the leading environmental factor influencing brain structure and function is the socioeconomic status ...

An often-ignored type of cell in the brain plays a dynamic and surprisingly complex role in our ability to process information, according to new research. An often-ignored type of cell in the brain ...

The Importance of Gliotransmitters for Brain Function, Plus Cognitive and Motor Efficiencies Gliotransmitters are neurochemicals released by glial cells. They support communication between neurons and ...