Investigators have created computer-generated models to bridge the gap between 'test tube' data about neurons and the function of those cells in the living brain. Their study could help in the ...

Glial cells are an integral part of the human nervous system. They help support and nourish nerve cells, or neurons. Several types of glial cells exist. Glial cells are the “glue” of the nervous ...

Neural organoids have been heralded as having huge potential for advancing our knowledge of the brain in several fields.

A new CRISPR screen method developed at Scripps Research has the potential to improve studies into the genetic underpinnings of human diseases and disorders. The method was outlined in Cell, in a ...

What most people think of when they hear the word "dementia" is memory problems and forgetfulness. But what people often don't know is that dementia can cause many different symptoms—affecting speech, ...

The American Psychological Association describes seven distinct types of rest that address different forms of fatigue ...

When an injury, illness, or medical procedure disrupts daily life, rehabilitation becomes one of the most important steps ...