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Scientists describe the genetic signature of a vital set of neurons

Scientists at NYU Langone Medical Center have identified two genes involved in establishing the neuronal circuits required for breathing. They report their findings in a study published in the December issue of Nature Ne ...

Neuroscience created Nov 29, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Professor's research helps restore sight to the blind

Wolfgang Fink's research into artificial retinas helps restore some sight in blind patients with age-related macular degeneration or retinitis pigmentosa.

Medical research created Jan 23, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Psychologists increase understanding of how the brain perceives shades of gray

Vision is amazing because it seems so mundane. Peoples' eyes, nerves and brains translate light into electrochemical signals and then into an experience of the world around them. A close look at the physics of just the first ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 10, 2011 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast