This protective layer allows signals to pass between cells incredibly quickly. But what happens when this layer goes missing ...

New research reveals that even a small loss of myelin—the protective coating around neurons—can severely disrupt how the brain sends and interprets sensory information.

The researchers discovered that the missing piece of myelin resulted in slower and less consistent signal transmission to the thalamus. "We had anticipated this, because myelin is known to be ...

Scientists mapped brain activity across the day and found the same neurons create completely different networks depending on ...

Scientists uncovered a surprising four-layer structure hidden inside the hippocampal CA1 region, one of the brain’s major centers for memory, navigation, and emotion. Using advanced RNA imaging ...

Hallmark's Nikki DeLoach recounts physical and sexual abuse from her childhood and how the experience led to disordered ...

USC researchers have identified a previously unknown pattern of organization in one of the brain’s most important areas for ...

Researchers at the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Medicine ...

The sense of smell is vital for animals, as it helps them find food, protect themselves from predators and interact socially. An international research team led by Dr. Quentin Martinez and Dr. Eli ...

The entire gang from Shrek and its sequels showed up, including possibly the cutest baby ogre ever, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, ...