Melbourne-based Cortical Labs is working at the cutting edge of biological computing.
Contemporary artificial intelligence (AI) systems, such as the models underpinning the functioning of ChatGPT, image ...
The brain is often described as a dense forest of connections, and for years scientists have searched for ways to trim that ...
Scientists have discovered a way to help the brain clean itself of harmful Alzheimer’s plaques by activating its own support cells. By increasing a protein called Sox9, researchers were able to boost ...
A largely overlooked structure inside our cells may play a crucial role in how the brain forms, offering new insight into ...
For decades, depression has been explained to patients as a “chemical imbalance” in the brain, a vague phrase that never ...
Glial cells, also known as neuroglia, are non-neuronal cells that play a crucial role in various neurophysiological processes. They not only support nervous system structures but also contribute to ...
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 ...