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As information flows through brain’s heirarchy, higher regions use higher frequency waves

New trial to test brain wave stimulation as Alzheimer’s preventative

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MIT brain science community vows to take on systemic racism

Study finds path for addressing Alzheimer’s blood-brain barrier impairment

Scientists find a new way to reverse symptoms of Fragile X

Technology makes tissues elastic and lasting for easier imaging

Like a treasure map, brain region emphasizes reward location

McKnight Scholars Award supports Flavell lab’s gut-brain connection studies

‘Skyrocketing’ research by investing in young researchers

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Neuroscientists find memory cells that help us interpret new situations

Study finds ‘volume dial’ for turning neural communication up or down

Heiman, Littleton honored for undergraduate guidance

Genetic screen offers new drug targets for Huntington’s disease

With sophisticated tools in a simple model, scientists aim to learn how serotonin modulates behavior

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Study may explain how infections reduce autism symptoms

With these neurons, extinguishing fear is its own reward

Engrams emerging as the basic unit of memory

Tsai elected fellow of National Academy of Inventors

MIT features community contributions, research of two Picower Institute scientists

Study pinpoints Alzheimer’s plaque emergence early and deep in the brain

Picower scientists shine in Chicago at 'SfN'

Fundamental questions find advanced answers, approaches at Fall Symposium

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