Time and again, an unassuming roundworm has illuminated aspects of biology with major consequences for human health.
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Time and again, an unassuming roundworm has illuminated aspects of biology with major consequences for human health.
A new atlas charts the diversity of an influential cell type in the brains of mice and marmosets.
Neuroscientists find a surprising parallel in the ways humans and new AI models solve complex problems.
Whether they walk on two, four, or six legs, animals maintain stability by monitoring their body position and correcting errors with every step.
Brain imaging suggests people with musical training may be better than others at filtering out distracting sounds.
Curiosity about the brain’s sense of self deepens neuroscientists’ understanding of pain, emotion, and movement.
A computational model makes sense of the cognitive processes humans use to evaluate punishment.
Reluctance to explore may limit learning for students from less affluent backgrounds.
Researchers transform a compact RNA-guided enzyme from bacteria into an efficient editor of human DNA.