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Lipid by-products linked to learning and memory formation
In a nutshell: The brain produces saturated free fatty acids during learning and memory formation, suggesting a previously unknown role for these lipid by-products. Read more
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A new maestro in the brain’s orchestra
In a nutshell: A single chandelier neuron can initiate rhythmic electrical activity at specific frequencies in brain circuits formed by thousands of cells. Read more
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Investigating curious chemical changes to help stroke patients
In a nutshell: Brain damage during a stroke can cause patients to go blind. Recovery was thought to rely on two factors – but researchers have just discovered one more. Read more
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Attentional lapses are linked to local sleep-like activity in the awake brain
In a nutshell: The presence of slow waves in the awake brain is linked to lapses in attention such as mind-wandering and mind-blanking. Read more
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Overcoming bias when analysing transcriptomics data
In a nutshell: A common method for linking gene expression with brain structure and function is affected by substantial bias. A new software toolbox can help researchers overcome them. Read more
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Deciphering claustrum connectivity
In a nutshell: A new model suggests that connectivity between the claustrum and cortex is organised by function, not location. Read more
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A salience misattribution model for addictive-like behaviours
In a nutshell: Assigning too much importance to drug-related stimuli could be one driver of addictive behaviours, according to a new theory. Read more
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Brain changes across the psychosis continuum
In a nutshell: The severity of psychotic experiences, regardless of a schizophrenia diagnosis, is linked to altered brain connections during sensory learning. Read more
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Spatial navigation beyond the hippocampus
In a nutshell: Brain imaging has expanded our understanding of the regions responsible for spatial navigation. Read more
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Testing a theory of consciousness in flies
In a nutshell: Tests in fruit flies show that “informational structures” of the brain could be used to measure levels of consciousness. Read more
