Neural symphony: Arousal's influence on visual thalamic activity
The brain modulates visual signals according to internal states, as a new study by LMU neuroscientist Laura Busse reveals. What ...
Tag: Thalamus
Study uncovers sex differences in brain responses to low sexual desire
In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers investigated the neurofunctional determinants of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder ...
Research provides insight into how the brain translates motivation into goal-oriented behavior
Hunger can drive a motivational state that leads an animal to a successful pursuit of a goal -; foraging for ...
Nicotine beliefs elicit dose-response reactions in human brains
In a recent study published in Nature Mental Health, researchers investigate whether nicotine-related beliefs may influence brain processes in a ...
Brain circuitry repair offers hope for new Parkinson's disease treatments
Van Andel Institute scientists have identified a series of processes that help the brain adapt to damage caused by breakdowns ...
Is there radiographic evidence of premature brain aging in individuals with type 1 diabetes?
In a recent article published in the JAMA Network Open, researchers identified brain regions most affected in middle-aged and older ...
Associations between structural brain alterations and post-COVID fatigue
In a recent study published in eClinicalMedicine, researchers examined the structural brain changes in patients with post-COVID fatigue. Study: Structural ...
Structure of the irregular neuronal connection strengths contains a hidden order, study finds
In the brain, our perception arises from a complex interplay of neurons that are connected via synapses. But the number ...
Dragons And Brain Evolution
These days, dragons are keeping Game of Thrones fans on their toes. But they are also providing important insights into ...
Study shows the importance of certain neural connections in identifying consciousness
Science may be one step closer to understanding where consciousness resides in the brain. A new study shows the importance ...
