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Synapses

Inhibitory and excitatory synapse dynamics in the brain

Inhibitory and excitatory synapse dynamics in the brain

April 25, 2012

Also labeled: Biology, Brain and cognitive sciences, Neuroscience, Picower Institute for Learning and Memory, Research

Mimicking the brain, in silicon

Mimicking the brain, in silicon

November 15, 2011

New computer chip models how neurons communicate with each other at synapses.

Also labeled: Brain and cognitive sciences, Computer chips, Health sciences and technology, Neuroscience, Picower Institute for Learning and Memory

Connecting neurons to fix the brain

Connecting neurons to fix the brain

October 26, 2011

New technology helps scientists discover drugs to strengthen synapses.

Also labeled: Alzheimer's, Autism, Brain and cognitive sciences, Broad Institute, Electrical engineering and electronics, Neuroscience

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