Evolutionarily old brainstem neurons are required for the control of selective spatial attention

A groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature Communications has identified a specific cluster of ancient brainstem neurons that serve as a fundamental "attentional engine" in mammals. The research, led…

Ancient Brainstem Neurons Act as a Focus Filter, Revolutionizing Our Understanding of Attention

A groundbreaking discovery by neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins University has pinpointed a cluster of neurons in an evolutionarily ancient region of the brain that appears to be a critical regulator…

Scientists discover neurons must break their DNA to build the brain

As the intricate architecture of the brain takes shape, a fundamental yet previously underappreciated challenge faces developing neurons: their arduous journey to their designated locations within the cerebral cortex. This…

Printed Artificial Neurons Mimic Biological Brain Cells and Interact Directly with Living Tissue

Northwestern University engineers have achieved a significant breakthrough in bio-integrated electronics, developing printed artificial neurons that not only mimic the electrical signals of biological neurons but can also directly interact…

Northwestern Engineers Unveil Printed Artificial Neurons Capable of Direct Interaction with Living Brain Cells

Engineers at Northwestern University have achieved a groundbreaking feat, developing printed artificial neurons that transcend mere imitation and possess the remarkable ability to directly interface with living brain cells. These…