There are as many as 86 billion neurons in the human brain. They make trillions of synaptic connections, with each neuron connecting with other neurons to create a complex network.  It is through ...

Boost Neuroscience is a stealth biotech with a proprietary synapse network platform based on the work of Nobel Laureate Dr. Thomas Südhof, M.D.

Recent advances in ocean observation, experimental biology, and ecosystem modeling are being applied to ocean hypoxia research to reshape our understanding of the future ocean.

Researchers have mapped over 70,000 synaptic connections in rat neurons using a silicon chip with 4,096 microhole electrodes, significantly advancing neuronal recording technology.

Understanding key concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology can be challenging for many Class 10 students. However, ...

As recently as 2007, a survey of liberal and radical criminologists found they attribute crime mainly to such causes as an ...

Reproductive biology involves the scientific study of the reproductive system. Improved understanding of reproductive biology can lead to new treatments for reproductive disorders, such as ...

Last semester, Sarah Trafton (senior, graphic design and illustration) was one of The Penn’s artist features but this semester we are featuring her again for a special reason.

The SYNGAP1 gene, which supports the production of a protein called SynGAP (Synaptic Ras GTPase-Activating Protein), is known ...

Researchers have identified the mitochondrial calcium uniporter as a critical protein in the strengthening of synaptic ...

Leaders at the CDC must speak candidly but privately to their employees about this. The legality (or lack of legality) of the ...

A study published in Science Signaling on the neural circuitry mediating addiction has made significant strides, particularly ...