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Electrophysiology research articles can cover research involving whole cell patch-clamp recordings, voltage clamping, current clamping, multielectrode arrays, EEG, brain machine interfaces, field potentials, neural prosthetics, deep brain stimulation, synaptic plasticity and other work.

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·August 24, 2012·3 min read

Researchers Discover New Non-Invasive Method for Diagnosing Epilepsy

Researchers published a study outlining how a new type of non-invasive brain scan taken immediately after a seizure gives additional insight into possible causes and treatments for epilepsy patients.

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·April 3, 2017·5 min read

New Technique Studies Neuromodulation in Real Time

Researchers have developed a new, light sensitive technique that allows for visualization of neuromodulation in unprecedented detail.

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·January 26, 2011·4 min read

Natural IGF-II Improves Memory and Slows Forgetting in Rats

The naturally occurring insulin-like growth factor (IGF-II) improved memory and slowed forgetting in rats according to new research.

This image shows the neurons and their axons in rainbow colors.

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·October 22, 2014·4 min read

Neurons in a Forest of Signposts

Proteases helps control the navigation of growing axons, a new study reports.

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·February 26, 2018·5 min read

Seeing the Brain’s Electrical Activity

A new optogenetics approach allows the imaging of neurotransmission without the use of electrode, researchers report.

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·June 13, 2024·6 min read

How Excitation Inhibition Ratio Shapes Brain Development and Cognition

A new study reveals that a balanced ratio of neural excitation (E) and inhibition (I) is crucial for brain development and cognitive performance. Researchers found that lower E/I ratios in children correlate with better memory and intelligence. This balance is vital for preventing brain disorders and was measured using a novel AI and MRI technique. The findings could inform personalized treatments for mental health conditions.

This shows traffic walk lights with mice shown walking across the street.

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·September 17, 2015·4 min read

Slamming on the Brakes: How The Brain Can Abruptly Stop a Planned Behavior

Neurons in the basal forebrain are responsible for our ability to swiftly halt a planned behavior, a new study reports.

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·April 18, 2018·4 min read

Keeping the Excitement Under Control

Researchers have developed a new method to identify and monitor the activity of 'quiet' neurons.

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·July 7, 2011·4 min read

“Unnatural” Chemical Allows Salk Researchers to Watch Protein Action in Brain Cells

Genetically embedded tools in neural stem cells may aid in development of regenerative medicine – critical for safe and reliable...

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·July 10, 2021·4 min read

Cell Structure Previously Associated With Disease Actually Improves Brain Function

Axonal swelling in the Purkinje cells of mice had no detrimental impact on firing rate or the speed at which axons transmit signals. At peak firing rate, axons with swellings were less likely to fail than those without.

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·August 30, 2023·3 min read

LTP Theory of Learning and Memory Challenged

Researchers overturned three decades of scientific consensus about the role of LTP (Long-Term Potentiation) in memory and learning. The team discovered that it's not the enzymatic actions of CaMKII that are needed for LTP, but its structural functions.