Novel study shows protein CPG15 acts as a molecular proxy of experience to mark synapses for stabilization

Whitehead, Picower team finds drugs that activate a key brain gene; initial tests show promise for rare, untreatable neurodevelopmental disorder

‘GDspike’ a new option for estimating neural activity from calcium fluorescence

White House award is highest in nation for young scientists

Studies yield new insights into behavior, development, anesthesia

Todd Siler 'A.R.T.strings' series donated to Picower Institute by D.A. Duke

New findings help explain the surprising discovery that exposure to flickering light reduces amyloid plaques in mice

Analysis of genes altered by the disease could provide targets for new treatments

Designation recognizes community leadership, service

Gifts to MIT and Harvard Medical School totaling $9 million will fund independent research on cannabinoid’s influence on brain health and behavior

Mutation in disease model flies undermines maintenance of key ion balance

Finding could improve development of personalized psychiatric treatments