Neural development

Neurochemistry: Chemical Processes in the Nervous System

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Neurochemistry is the branch of neuroscience that focuses on the chemical processes occurring within the nervous system, including the synthesis, release, reuptake, and metabolism of neurotransmitters, neuromodulators, and other signaling molecules. It encompasses the study of molecular mechanisms underlying neuronal communication, synaptic transmission, neuroplasticity, and brain function. Understanding neurochemistry is essential for unraveling the molecular … Read more

What is neuroscience?

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Neuroscience, a multidisciplinary field of study, is dedicated to understanding the structure and function of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This dynamic and rapidly evolving field integrates knowledge from various scientific disciplines, including biology, psychology, physics, and computer science, to unravel the complexities of the nervous system. Neuroscience … Read more

Skin type determines development of touch sensory neurons

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Researchers from Harvard Medical School have made a significant discovery about how nerve cells that sense touch develop specialized endings. Unlike previous assumptions of predetermined programming, these cells seem to grow these endings based on cues from the skin they connect with. This finding, if validated in further studies, could have implications for therapies aimed … Read more