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Researchers in the US have delivered human neurons, that are damaged in Parkinson’s, into monkeys as a new approach for treating the condition, with the first trials set to start in patients. A team led by the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Aspen Neuroscience, Inc. developed an approach to replace lost dopaminergic neurons by first growing them from human stem cells, before transplanting them into the brains of monkeys. Five of the six monkeys in the study retained the human neurons after a week, and a higher number of the neurons were observed after 30 days, indicating that the transplants were successful in helping to replace dopaminergic neurons. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gmayHJjX #AnimalResearch #ParkinsonsDisease #ParkinsonsResearch #BrainResearch #MonkeyReseach #NHP

🎉 Happy 1st Birthday to The Transmitter! 🎉 If you’re in neuroscience, you know how important trusted, insightful reporting is for our field. Over the past year, The Transmitter has truly stepped up, bringing high-quality journalism to topics like: - Teaching neuroscience with accessible resources 🧠 - New intersections of neuroscience and cancer research 🧬 - Behind-the-scenes looks at lab life and scientific integrity 🔍 In just one year, they’ve earned awards, been cited in leading journals, and become a go-to source for anyone in neuroscience. Here’s to many more years of groundbreaking coverage! 👉 If you’re not following The Transmitter yet, now’s the time to check them out for some of the best updates in neuroscience: https://lnkd.in/d3X7UQQP #Neuroscience #ScienceNews #TheTransmitter #ScienceCommunication #Follow

Combing local and system brain info to advance brain care: This NIH grant mechanism supports research involving both intra-cranial recordings and neuroimaging, a needed integrated approach to build the needed bedrock for better solutions in clinical neuroscience. Information from both neuroimaging and intra-cranial recordings provides a larger systems neuroscience picture and a finer detailed view about smaller brain regions of interest. One could ask how stimulating one brain area affects other areas with this approach. This could be important to know in creating brain implants to address serious brain disease. Why? Many devastating brain diseases continue to be poorly addressed by current treatments, leading to this inclusion of intra-cranial recordings as an emphasized method here if neuroethic requirements are met. Functional brain regions are organized in networks, so knowing the full effect of stimulating one area includes how that stimulation influences brain activity elsewhere. Science Career Implications: This research program highlights why education and specialty training in science must include team assignments as most areas of science are now team sports. Learning how to work well with others includes planning ahead so effort invested and later credit given are matched across team members. Setting up win-win-win plans before the work starts can help avoid conflicts later.

🧠 Did you know that this week is Brain Awareness Week? 🧠 As such we thought it would be a great opportunity to highlight our neuroscience research at the University of Exeter. Our researchers are driven by fundamental questions related to understanding the underlying mechanisms of brain disease and translating this to improve patient treatment and care. And our outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate education is also underpinned by our current expertise in neurogenomics, neurodevelopment and stem cells, neurophysiology, neuroendocrinology, and clinical and cognitive neuroscience, as well as cutting-edge innovation in technology. 👀 Discover more: https://bit.ly/3SRd1fC

You can now watch our latest MEGIN Masterclass on demand: "MEG in Translational Neuroscience: Present and Future Applications" presented by guest Prof. Peter Uhlhaas. 💫 Watch here: https://lnkd.in/esAghyzj #MEG #neuroimaging #brainimaging #functionalmapping #thoughtleaders #masterclass

Watch on demand: "MEG in Translational Neuroscience: Present and Future Applications" presented by Professor Peter Uhlhaas. 💫 Watch this free 1 hour webinar here: https://lnkd.in/esAghyzj #MEG #neuroimaging #brainimaging #functionalmapping #thoughtleaders #masterclass

🚀 Introducing a Cutting-Edge Innovation in Neuroscience! 🧠 I’m thrilled to share my latest article on Medium, where I explore the fascinating intersection of biotechnology and artificial intelligence. 🌟 In "Enhancing Brain Organoids: Combining Beta Peptides with Stem Cells and Integrating Mini-Brains into Neural Networks," I dive into my idea on how beta peptides can significantly improve the development and functionality of brain organoids. These advancements not only enhance our understanding of brain development and neurological diseases but also open up new possibilities for integrating these mini-brains into neural networks, bridging the gap between biological and artificial intelligence. This research has the potential to revolutionize neuroscience and AI, paving the way for ground-breaking developments in disease modelling, drug testing, and brain-machine interfaces. 🔗 Read the full article here and join me in exploring this exciting frontier! #Neuroscience #Biotechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #BrainOrganoids #Innovation #Research #StemCells #BetaPeptides #NeuralNetworks

The Institute for Chemical Neuroscience (iCNS) has been awarded a 23.23 million euro #Gravitation grant. The funding will support research aimed at mapping changes in the brain, down to the smallest level, associated with psychiatric symptoms. Utrecht University professor Maarten Kole is one of the applicants of the project, which is a collaboration between universities, university medical centers, and the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience. The overarching objective of the research is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders such as depression, frontotemporal dementia, and anxiety disorders. Maarten Kole, who is also group leader at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience, has long been studying the role of glial cells: cells in our brains that, among other functions, provide support for nerve cells. Kole: “We believe that psychiatric symptoms are related to changes occurring in individual cells, and particularly between the glial cells and nerve cells. There is an increasing amount of brain material available from individuals with psychiatric disorders for investigating this issue. Meanwhile, in chemistry and molecular biology, various promising techniques have emerged, which could fundamentally change research into the human brain.” https://lnkd.in/eBquf4ui #UUScience #brainatlas #neurobiology #cellbiology

Educational Content "Ever wondered how cutting-edge lab technologies are transforming neuroscience research? Here’s a deep dive into three pivotal techniques: 1. Electrophysiology: By measuring electrical activity in neurons, electrophysiology helps us understand neural communication and brain function in real time. 2. MRI and fMRI: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides high-resolution images of brain structures, while functional MRI (fMRI) tracks brain activity by measuring changes in blood flow, offering insights into brain function and connectivity. 3. Optogenetics: This revolutionary technique involves using light to control neurons that have been genetically modified to express light-sensitive proteins. It's enabling precise manipulation of neural circuits, advancing our understanding of brain functions and behaviors. These technologies are not just advancing our understanding of the brain but also paving the way for new treatments for neurological disorders. #Neuroscience #LabTech #Education"

🚀 Excited to announce our latest publication in eLife! 🚀 Our team has just published a study titled "Mapping Serotonergic Dynamics using Drug-Modulated Molecular Connectivity." This work represents a significant step forward in neuroscience, offering new insights into how drugs affect brain function at the molecular level. In our study, we utilized dynamic [11C]DASB PET scans to map serotonin transporters and examined the impact of MDMA (ecstasy) on these crucial mood regulators. Our findings reveal significant patterns of molecular connectivity changes post-MDMA. This innovative methodology not only enhances our understanding of brain function but also opens new avenues for exploring drug modulation in the brain. Find the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/eiFGawwE #Neuroscience #BrainResearch #MolecularConnectivity #Imaging #Serotonin #MDMA