Research explores whether eyes being open or closed affects brain activity related to mind wandering and arousal. Brain activity associated with arousal has opposite effects on mind wandering depending on eye state, suggesting a context-dependent relationship.
The Society for Neuroscience will convene approximately 20,000 neuroscientists to share cutting-edge research across over 8,000 presentations. Registered media will have exclusive access to world-renowned experts and emerging science.
The new collaboration will provide hands-on training at Bristol Myers Squibb and fund translational neuroscience research at WashU, focusing on neurological, neuromuscular, neuroinflammatory, and psychiatric conditions. The program aims to accelerate breakthrough discoveries toward meaningful therapies for patients.
Researchers at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience are working to understand how the brain regulates stress and developing new treatments for conditions like PTSD and anxiety disorders. They aim to identify brain regions that can be targeted to teach people to better control their stress responses through neurofeedback.
The Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience launches a grant programme to support joint research projects between fundamental neuroscience and clinical psychiatry. The aim is to improve understanding of brain changes in psychiatric disorders, paving the way for more accurate diagnoses and targeted treatments.
Two ECNP-affiliated journals, European Neuropsychopharmacology and Neuroscience Applied, have seen significant increases in citation rates. The rise reflects growing interest in the biological underpinnings of mental health, as reflected in the journal's focus on precision psychiatry.
The FENS Forum 2026 is a premier meeting point for neuroscience researchers, covering molecular mechanisms to systems neuroscience, cognition, and translational research. The conference highlights key advances in brain tumours, speech processing, and brain mapping technologies.
Researchers found minor cardiac dysfunction can predict microscopic tissue degradation in brain regions associated with Alzheimer's disease, leading to poor long-term memory performance.
A mouse study found that social isolation during adolescence impairs emotion recognition and social behavior in adulthood. Resocializing does not reverse these behavioral changes. The study also showed that socially isolated adult mice were unable to tell the difference between stressed and unstressed mice.
Transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) has been shown to improve gait and restore communication between cortical brain networks in mice with ischemic stroke. This treatment targets neural mechanisms that may lead to improved motor function, according to the study.
Amy Arnsten, a Yale University researcher, received the prestigious Peter Seeburg Integrative Neuroscience Prize for her groundbreaking work on executive brain functions. Her research has transformed our understanding of how prefrontal cortical circuits support working memory and goal-directed behavior.
Four SfN members, Christine Holt, Kelsey C. Martin, Erin Schuman, and Oswald Steward, have been awarded the 2026 Kavli Prize in Neuroscience for their discoveries on local protein translation in neurons.
The Kavli Prize in Neuroscience 2026 honors scientists Christine Holt, Kelsey Martin, Erin Schuman, and Oswald Steward for their discovery of local protein translation in neurons. This breakthrough fundamentally rewires our understanding of brain development and plasticity.
Dr. John L. R. Rubenstein has been recognized for his groundbreaking work on mammalian forebrain development, a structure critical to functions like cognition and perception. His research revealed the discovery of transcription factors directing excitatory and inhibitory neuron development in the developing forebrain.
Rubenstein's work sheds light on neurological disorders, including epilepsy and autism spectrum disorder. He developed a novel therapeutic approach using cortical interneurons to treat intractable focal epilepsy.
Dr. Dilek Colak's journey began with a childhood observation of a boy with mental illness, which inspired her to pursue a career in neuroscience. Her current work focuses on understanding autism and schizophrenia through the study of human brain organoids.
A team of researchers at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience discovered that immature neurons in the brain respond differently to damage caused by Alzheimer's disease. In resilient individuals, these cells activate programs to help them survive and cope with damage.
A new paper in Neuroscience & Biobehavioural Review proposes a comprehensive neurobiological model of affective tactile memory, suggesting that emotionally meaningful touch is stored in the brain in powerful and lasting ways. This research opens a new window into how early and everyday tactile experiences influence our emotional lives.
The EBRAINS Roadmap Symposium will bring together the global neuroscience community to shape the EBRAINS 10-Year-Roadmap. A total of 159 submissions from 134 unique contributors across 25 countries have been received, reflecting the momentum of Europe's digital neuroscience landscape.
Researchers have mapped the first migratory bird brain using high-resolution light microscopy and open-source software tools, creating a valuable resource for neuroscience worldwide. The new Eurasian blackcap atlas enables consistency in brain data interpretation and fosters collaboration among researchers.
The 2026 cohort of Leon Levy Scholars in Neuroscience will pursue research projects addressing neurological disorders and developing new treatments. The program provides scientific and professional career development opportunities, including mentorship and networking.
Researchers have mapped a brain circuit specific to chronic pain, suggesting a promising route to treatment. Silencing this circuit eased chronic pain while preserving acute pain responses in mice. The discovery raises the possibility of developing drugs that target this circuit to ease chronic pain without impacting acute pain.
The brain extracellular space plays a crucial role in molecular diffusion, metabolic waste clearance, and post-blood–brain barrier drug transport. Recent advances have improved ECS characterization, enabling its integration into studies of CNS disease mechanisms, therapeutic design, and regulatory evaluation.
Researchers discovered that three anesthesia drugs, propofol, ketamine, and dexmedetomidine, have the same destabilizing effect on the brain, causing a loss of consciousness. This common mechanism could lead to the development of a universal anesthesia-delivery system to monitor patients more effectively.
A new study describes an implantable brain-computer interface (iBCI) typing neuroprosthesis that can restore communication with speed and accuracy for people with paralysis. Two clinical trial participants, one with ALS and the other with a spinal cord injury, used the device to communicate rapidly and accurately, with a word error rat...
Researchers assessed whether people can distinguish between AI-generated and human speech, discovering that short training minimally improves this ability. However, neural responses became more distinct for human versus AI speech, suggesting training can help in the future.
Researchers at University of Rochester discover that learning makes brain cells work together, sharing information to improve sensory perception. This coordinated effect only appears when subjects are actively performing a task and making decisions based on what they see.
Koroshetz will help guide the Foundation's science funding partnerships and support for early-career scholars and practitioners with his extensive experience in neuroscience research and public outreach. He aims to advance neuroscience that benefits society through interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world applications.
The American Academy of Neurology is calling on federal lawmakers to support essential neuroscience research and address access issues. Neurologists are advocating for permanent telehealth flexibilities to ensure continuity of care and addressing ongoing Medicare payment cuts that reduce neurological care access.
The Society for Neuroscience has selected 10 early career policy ambassadors to gain skills in advocating for science funding and issues affecting the field. The 10-month program aims to create an extensive network of neuroscience advocates.
Researchers at the University of Rochester found that the brain analyzes global patterns of image motion caused by eye movements to understand how objects move and where they are located in 3D space. This discovery challenges conventional ideas that image motion produced by eye movements is visual noise to be subtracted off.
The FENS Forum 2026 will be Europe's largest neuroscience congress, covering areas of basic to translational research. Journalists can register for free and attend symposia and poster sessions.
The Korea University-Yale University Joint Forum aimed to discuss expanding cooperation in neuroscience and training physician scientists. Key findings include agreements for annualizing the joint forum and discussing research topics for future forums.
A new perspective in the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience explains that unconscious perceptual mechanisms represent an ongoing timeline, which is then consciously remembered. The synthesis of theories suggests that consciousness is a simulation created by the brain, with the purpose of explicit memory to understand the present moment.
Research reveals structural brain changes in older adults affect ability to shift between tasks and update environmental information. These changes may lead to deficits in behavioral adaptability, emphasizing the importance of identifying age-related brain structure changes.
Researchers discovered that female brain immune cells called microglia express more interferon-related genes when responding to amyloid-β plaques, causing more harm to neuronal connections. This finding suggests a potential sex-specific treatment approach for Alzheimer's disease.
The NSLLM framework transforms conventional LLMs into neuromorphic models by performing integer spike counting and binary spike conversion, enabling analysis of information processing. This approach achieves significant energy efficiency and improved interpretability through the use of neural dynamical representations and biologically-...
Researchers created a reference brain by merging 40 ant brains, revealing surprising variations in brain size and a distinct tilt in higher-order processing regions. The study provides new insights into the neuroscience of individuality within animal societies.
Neuroscientists propose creating controlled research spaces embedded in real-world environments to generate ecological data. This new paradigm aims to accelerate scientific progress and societal impact, enabling the field to address broader cognitive challenges.
A new study at Ohio State University found that adding a prebiotic to rat diets before and after traumatic brain injury (TBI) lowers impulsivity in decision-making tasks. The research suggests that gut dysbiosis may be a causal force behind long-term symptoms after TBI.
Researchers are exploring new avenues for treating migraines, a complex condition affecting millions. Studies suggest that selective vulnerability of GABAergic neurons and psilocybin may hold promise in alleviating symptoms.
Scientists are investigating how the brain processes sensory information, develops sensory capabilities, and responds to sensory dysfunctions. New findings include characterizing tickle responses, decoding Mcgurk perception, and showing neural prioritization of speech over music in children.
Researchers have developed more intuitive and personalized brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) for long-term use in humans. The new findings demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of BCIs over many years, restoring communication, movement, and even touch.
Studies reveal neurobiological changes in both mothers and fathers that support caregiving. Hormonal shifts and neural adaptations occur to prepare the brain for parenting, yielding insights into clinical practice, perinatal care, and policies supporting parental well-being.
Researchers are developing precision brain imaging to create individualized maps of brain structure and function, which could lead to new insights into treating psychiatric disorders. The findings show that precision mapping can reveal highly interdigitated network patches with conserved motifs in the lateral prefrontal cortex.
New research on GLP-1 agonists reveals their impact on brain circuits involved in nausea, thirst, and pleasurable behaviors. The findings suggest potential benefits for treating chronic diseases with overlapping neural mechanisms, including binge eating disorders and addictive disorders.
AI is revolutionizing neuroscience by quickly analyzing vast datasets to identify patterns and mechanisms invisible before. Researchers are now simulating brain functions using AI, enabling faster insights and diagnosis options.
Studies reveal potential signs of early disease in the brain, including excitation-inhibition imbalance and impact on suprachiasmatic nucleus connectivity. Experts emphasize the importance of lifestyle choices and tools for protecting brain health and reducing Alzheimer's risk.
The Society for Neuroscience has announced three Gold Sponsors for its annual meeting, Neuroscience 2025. The sponsors include Amazon Web Services, the Dana Foundation, and Johnson & Johnson, who will be featured throughout the event. These organizations are committed to advancing neuroscience research and supporting the global community.
The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) has announced a record-breaking 497 TPDA Awards to support early career neuroscientists attending Neuroscience 2025. The program, which received $620,000 in donations, provides funding support to promising students and postdoctoral fellows from over 280 institutions worldwide.
The Brain Knowledge Platform is a groundbreaking database and research tool that compiles and standardizes neuroscience data into a common format and language. It uses artificial intelligence to help scientists find patterns and connections, connecting basic brain research to actual medical treatments.
Eric Nestler receives the UNIGE Synapsy Prize 2025 for his pioneering work in linking fundamental neuroscience research to clinical advances in mental health. His career has shown how stress and addictive substances alter gene expression, affecting neural circuits involved in reward and mood.
A recent study published in Cell Reports found that the vagus nerve's right branch is responsible for sensing nutritional information and reinforcing dietary behaviors. This research has implications for improving treatments of obesity, metabolic diseases, depression, and substance abuse.
A study by Kahori Kita and colleagues at Johns Hopkins University found that switching between movement patterns is difficult, especially for newly learned motor skills. However, with practice, participants improved their ability to switch between movements. The researchers hope to further explore how these memories are retrieved.
A new study found that babies as young as 7 months old can quickly recognize their mothers' voices, but struggle with unfamiliar ones. Maternal speech may also play a role in shaping social processing, influencing how babies respond to new faces.
Researchers have discovered that Batten disease progression varies by sex and age, with male mice showing early auditory problems that improve with age, while female mice experience persistent difficulties. The study provides a new model for tracking brain function over time and testing treatments for this devastating disease.
Society for Neuroscience selects Kevin B. Marvel, Ph.D., as its next Executive Director, bringing over 25 years of leadership experience to the role. He will lead an organization of nearly 30,000 members in over 95 countries, overseeing scientific programs and advocacy.
The Society for Neuroscience presents the 2025 Education and Outreach Awards to individuals and groups making significant contributions to neuroscience education. Sadaf Ahmed and Manuella Oliveira Yassa receive the Science Educator Award, while Diego Golombek is recognized with the Award for Education in Neuroscience.
The Society for Neuroscience presents six researchers who have made significant contributions to advancing women in neuroscience. The Bernice Grafstein Award recognizes leaders in mentoring, while the Mika Salpeter Lifetime Achievement Award honors researchers promoting professional advancement of women in neuroscience.
Dr. Xin Jin has been recognized for her groundbreaking work on genetic mechanisms of neurodevelopmental disorders, developing new technologies to accelerate the understanding of gene mutations in the brain. Her research aims to uncover fundamental principles of genome function and its impact on neural systems.