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Imagine your brain as a mystical sequence-creating machine, linking memories and behaviors together like a well-choreographed dance. But how does the brain actually do this? Scientists have proposed various models, but validating them in a living brain is tricky business. However, a recent model for learning in the visual cortex offers a promising solution – […]
It’s like trying to figure out the connection between two puzzle pieces! Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) is a protein that acts similarly to insulin and is involved in various metabolic processes. If there’s less IGF-1 floating around in our bodies, we might be at a greater risk of stroke and have a more challenging recovery. […]
Throughout history, women have made invaluable contributions to science, but their achievements have often been overlooked. Although progress has been made to reduce gender inequity in science, women still face challenges in pursuing academic careers, particularly in the field of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia research. Latin American countries face unique difficulties that further exacerbate this […]
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