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Picower Institute
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Study: Distinct brain rhythms and regions help us reason about categories
High-frequency gamma oscillations sort similar-looking objects; lower-frequency beta oscillations kick in when connections are more abstract.
January 25, 2018 -
Lifting the veil on "valence," brain study reveals roots of desire and dislike
Researchers map the amygdala's distinct but diverse and dynamic neighborhoods where feelings are assigned.
January 23, 2018 -
Study: Rhythmic interactions between cortical layers underlie working memory
MIT neuroscientists suggest a model for how we gain volitional control of what we hold in our minds.
January 15, 2018 -
How the brain selectively remembers new places
Neuroscientists identify a circuit that helps the brain record memories of new locations.
December 25, 2017 -
Recalculating time
A novel algorithm enables statistical analysis of time series data.
December 21, 2017 -
Promise seen in possible treatment for autism spectrum disorder
Studies in mice show improved social interaction and cognition from a potential therapeutic for a syndrome that often results in autism.
October 31, 2017 -
MIT neuroscientists build case for new theory of memory formation
Existence of “silent engrams” suggests that existing models of memory formation should be revised.
October 23, 2017 -
Cellular reprograming implicated in model of Alzheimer's disease
Neuroscientists identify genetic changes in microglia in a mouse model of neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease.
October 12, 2017 -
Brain waves reflect different types of learning
For the first time, researchers have identified neural signatures of explicit and implicit learning.
October 11, 2017 -
Department of Biology hosts its first Science Slam
Eight biology trainees had just three minutes to explain their research and earn favor with the judges and audience in new yearly event.
October 5, 2017 -
Ten researchers from MIT and Broad receive NIH Director’s Awards
Awards support high-risk, high-impact biomedical research.
October 5, 2017 -
How we recall the past
Neuroscientists discover a brain circuit dedicated to retrieving memories.
August 17, 2017 -
Blocking a key enzyme may reverse memory loss
MIT study suggests a new approach to developing treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.
August 8, 2017 -
New tool offers snapshots of neuron activity
FLARE technique can reveal which cells respond during different tasks.
June 26, 2017 -
A noninvasive method for deep brain stimulation
Electrodes placed on the scalp could help patients with brain diseases.
June 1, 2017 -
Brain circuit enables split-second decisions when cues conflict
New findings shed light on how we quickly assess risks and rewards before acting.
April 24, 2017 -
Neuroscientists identify brain circuit necessary for memory formation
New findings challenge standard model of memory consolidation.
April 6, 2017 -
Scientists identify brain circuit that drives pleasure-inducing behavior
Surprisingly, the neurons are located in a brain region thought to be linked with fear.
March 22, 2017 -
Featured video: #AskMIT — Using your full brain
Kids ask tough questions; MIT students, staff, and faculty answer. This episode of "#AskMIT" describes how much of our brains we really use.
March 15, 2017 -
Interstellate: Celebrating the the beauty of neuroscience
Caitlin Vander Weele, a graduate student in brain and cognitive sciences, launches a collaborative neuro-art pictorial magazine.
January 9, 2017