Imagine a group of mice, each with their own unique story of overcoming obstacles. When these mighty mice experienced spinal cord injuries, they were initially resistant to participating in rehabilitation exercises. However, a breakthrough in research showed that providing social support and offering group rehab options changed everything! Just like how humans thrive when surrounded […]
Published on October 3, 2022
The nervous system is like a highly adaptable orchestra, constantly fine-tuning its performance for optimal function. To achieve this, it employs a variety of mechanisms, including homeostatic plasticity—the ability to make stabilizing adjustments. A recent discovery in the field of neuroscience is the axon initial segment (AIS), a microdomain at the start of the axon […]
Published on October 3, 2022
Sleep, like a symphony of brain activity, is composed of two main components: a steady hum of neural background activity and bursts of rhythmic oscillations. Traditional methods of analyzing sleep patterns often overlook this intricate structure, leading to potential misunderstandings. However, a new fitting method called ‘fitting oscillations and one over f’ (FOOOF) is revolutionizing […]
Published on October 3, 2022