Researchers challenge traditional assumptions on synaptic potentiation and instead identify clustered patterns of connections as crucial for retaining long-term memories. Through artificial hibernation techniques, they discovered that small clusters of engram-engram synapses are preserved to enable accurate recall.
SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2026
A preclinical study suggests that restoring inhibitory neuron plasticity may reverse symptoms of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) such as autism spectrum disorder and epilepsy. By boosting Meis2 expression in parvalbumin inhibitory neurons, the researchers restored experience-dependent plasticity and improved spatial and social memory.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalNature·TypeObservational study·DateAug 12, 2026
Researchers at Texas A&M University have found a way to intervene early in traumatic brain injuries using a natural, gut-derived chemical that prevents post-traumatic epilepsy from taking root. The treatment reduced brain inflammation, improved memory and mood, protected brain cells, made seizures both rarer and harder to trigger.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalExperimental Neurology·DateJul 15, 2026
Researchers discovered astrocytes actively preserve long-term memories by regulating Ank2 and BDNF signaling. This finding expands the understanding of how memories are stored in the brain.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2026
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A new study demonstrates that acupuncture can significantly improve muscle function recovery in patients who experienced a stroke. The true-acupoint group showed significant improvements in motor recovery tests, with positive correlations between increases in gray matter volume and limb motor function recovery.
SourceWiley·JournalCNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics·DateJun 3, 2026
A new framework, criticome, integrates experience until age 25, reframing autism, schizophrenia, depression, and trauma as developmental disorders. The study suggests that screen-saturated childhoods may produce adult dysfunction, highlighting the importance of early experience in brain development.
SourceGenomic Press·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 2, 2026
Researchers mapped HuD-bound mRNAs across embryonic and adult mouse brains, finding shared biological pathways. The study suggests that adult neurons use an embryonic
SourceGenomic Press·JournalGenomic Psychiatry·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 19, 2026
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Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory discovered how dehydration enables calcium to pass through the NMDAR channel, revealing key molecular mechanisms underlying learning and memory. This finding has implications for brain development and disease, including GRIN disorders that cause severe developmental disabilities.
SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateMay 18, 2026
A three-year longitudinal study of 4,000 adults reveals that proactive engagement and self-agency can measurably improve brain performance across the lifespan. The study's findings challenge the notion that cognitive decline is an inevitable part of aging.
SourceCenter for BrainHealth·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 7, 2026
Genomic Press launches Brain Health, a new peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the science of lifelong brain resilience, featuring research on glial plasticity and recovery from depression. The inaugural issue explores the intersection of fields including cognitive reserve, sleep, aging biology, nutritional psychiatry, and social sciences.
Researchers found that a deaf person's brain can reorganize sensory systems through selective deactivation, not just increased activation. The auditory cortex in deaf individuals responds to visual stimuli with organized deactivations, representing visual spatial features.
SourceBIAL Foundation·JournalHuman Brain Mapping·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 21, 2026
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Researchers discovered that stroke survivors with severe motor impairment show signs of brain 'youthfulness' in undamaged regions, suggesting the brain's ability to adapt and compensate. This finding provides new insights into neuroplasticity and may guide personalized rehabilitation strategies.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMar 25, 2026
A NUS Medicine study reveals that caffeine can restore social memory impaired by sleep deprivation. Caffeine targets a specific brain pathway to reverse disruptions in neural communication and plasticity. The study provides insights into the effects of caffeine on cognitive function and memory.
SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology·DateMar 22, 2026
Research in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging reveals that lifetime physical activity can reshape neural connectivity, strengthening the brain's internal communication and optimizing its response to stress. The study challenges traditional deficit-focused views of adversity, offering a more dynamic and hope...
Treatment with psychedelics triggers large-scale reconfiguration of brain network dynamics driven by myelin remodeling, which might augment or sustain therapeutic effects. The study suggests that enhancing myelination could be a viable strategy to promote longer-term neural health and recovery from PTSD.
SourceElsevier·JournalBiological Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 4, 2026
A new study reveals that astrocytes actively participate in motor-learning circuit rewiring by eliminating synapses in the striatum. The research identifies MEGF10 as a key molecular mediator of this process, which is regulated by dopamine signaling and neural activity.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 24, 2026
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Researchers found that computerized cognitive games improved neuroplasticity in adults with chronic traumatic brain injuries, leading to better cognitive performance. The study revealed changes in white matter associated with improved processing speed, attention, and working memory.
SourceNew York University·JournalJournal of Neurotrauma·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 17, 2026
Scientists have observed changes in brain cells' signal transmission during learning processes, shedding light on the brain's adaptability. The study found that axon initial segments, responsible for generating electrical signals, can lengthen or shorten in response to experiences, influencing neuronal activity.
SourceDZNE - German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 23, 2025
Scientists at Salk Institute find protein CCN1, secreted by astrocytes, maintains stable neural circuits in adult brains. The discovery could lead to new therapeutics for brain injury and stroke.
Researchers at UT San Antonio have discovered the molecular mechanisms generating electrical oscillations in microtubules, a frequency similar to that observed during brain activity. This discovery could lead to therapies preventing or reversing memory loss and improving neuroplasticity.
SourceUniversity of Texas at San Antonio·JournalScientific Reports·DateDec 3, 2025
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Researchers identified five phases of brain structure, each supported by four turning points between birth and death, revealing key developments in cognitive performance, neural efficiency, and regional compartmentalization. The study provides context for understanding why brains develop differently at various stages of life.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 25, 2025
Researchers found that a small section of intact corpus callosum is enough to sustain full integration of the two brain halves, contrary to previous assumptions. The discovery has implications for epilepsy surgery and brain injury recovery.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 19, 2025
Research finds infants with sensorineural hearing loss lack normal left-hemisphere language specialization. Early auditory stimulation and language exposure can help preserve brain development.
SourceUniversity of California - Merced·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 11, 2025
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Neural signals respond differently depending on time of day, with reduced activity at sunrise and enhanced at sunset. Blocking adenosine reveals a key regulator of cortical excitability across the day.
SourceTohoku University·JournalNeuroscience Research·DateNov 10, 2025
A new study reveals how prenatal alcohol exposure impairs key brain cells and circuits, leading to cognitive inflexibility and increased risk of compulsive alcohol use. Researchers identified a specific brain cell affected by early alcohol exposure, providing a clear target for developing more effective treatments of FASD.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalNeuropharmacology·DateOct 28, 2025
Researchers found that Rab4 boosts neural connection strengthening while Rab10 decreases it, directing supplies to the surface of growing connections. This discovery may lead to new strategies for protecting memory in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease.
SourceMax Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 14, 2025
A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that vision therapy can effectively treat concussion-related eye coordination disorders, including convergence insufficiency and accommodation insufficiency. Nearly 90% of patients in the treatment group were able to see normally after 12 weeks of therapy.
SourceNew Jersey Institute of Technology·JournalBritish Journal of Sports Medicine·DateOct 2, 2025
Researchers have found that tiny worms can help understand how memories fade, with dopamine playing a major role. Without dopamine, the worms held onto memories longer than usual, revealing that forgetting is a finely tuned process essential for staying focused and flexible.
SourceFlinders University·JournalJournal of Neurochemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 25, 2025
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A new study found that healthy habits such as optimism, good sleep, and social support are strongly linked to healthier brains. Study participants who reported the most protective factors had brains eight years younger than their chronological age, and their brains aged more slowly over time.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalBrain Communications·TypeObservational study·DateSep 25, 2025
A new study reveals that fluoxetine alters how brain cells manage their energy and rebuild connections, potentially helping the brain adapt during depression treatment. This changes may create a window of plasticity or flexibility in the brain.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalNeuropharmacology·DateSep 25, 2025
Researchers discovered a precise coordination between two proteins, BDNF and MMP-9, to strengthen specific brain connections. This mechanism is essential for learning, memory, and overall brain health.
SourceMax Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 24, 2025
A new review from the University of Victoria suggests that psilocybin and 5-MeO-DMT may help treat concussions and traumatic brain injuries by increasing neuroplasticity and reducing inflammation. The compounds have shown promise in treating depression, anxiety, and other conditions in clinical research.
SourceUniversity of Victoria·JournalProgress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry·TypeLiterature review·DateSep 17, 2025
Despite long-held assumptions, a new study reveals that the brain's somatosensory cortex holds a stable 'body map' even after limb loss. The findings have significant implications for treating phantom limb pain and restoring sensation in prosthetic limbs via brain-computer interfaces.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateAug 21, 2025
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A new study published in PNAS found that prolonged and repeated exposure to GABA anesthetic agents in infants under two months leads to accelerated visual cortical development. This may suggest the use of non-GABA-active anesthetics for newborns, as a large multicenter clinical trial is currently underway.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 30, 2025
Researchers have identified a specific group of neurons in the brain responsible for suppressing binge drinking behavior. The discovery may lead to new therapeutic targets for treating alcohol dependency and related health challenges.
SourceUMass Chan Medical School·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2025
Researchers have discovered that the brain uses separate synaptic transmission sites to regulate spontaneous and evoked activity, a process essential for learning, memory, and mental health. This dual system enables the brain to maintain stability while adapting and learning.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 3, 2025
Ion channels can 'remember' previous signals, leading to changes in the receiving neuron that last for hours or days. This collective memory can accumulate over time, reducing communication between neurons and contributing to lifelong learning.
SourceLinköping University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2025
Researchers have identified the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC) as the basis of emotional inference in animals and humans. In a study published in Nature, Xiaowei Gu and Joshua Johansen found that rats can learn inferred emotions by associating a neutral stimulus with an unpleasant experience.
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The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has developed a new pilot program called 'YES YOU CAN!' focusing on brain plasticity and comprehensive support for children, teens, parents, and counselors. The initiative aims to promote well-being and provide access to expert care through virtual and in-person methods.
A single dose of a psychedelic compound can enhance cognitive flexibility for weeks after administration, according to a groundbreaking study. Mice treated with the compound showed improved performance in reversal learning tasks compared to control groups when tested weeks later.
SourceGenomic Press·JournalPsychedelics·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 22, 2025
A recent study found that people with plaque in their neck arteries have higher amounts of tiny plastic particles compared to those with healthy arteries. The concentration of these plastics was significantly higher in individuals who had experienced a stroke, mini-stroke, or temporary vision loss due to clogged blood vessels.
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University of California researchers developed a new drug, JRT, with reduced hallucinogenic potential compared to LSD. The compound has shown promise in treating the negative and cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia, including anhedonia and cognitive function.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 14, 2025
Researchers discover edonerpic maleate enhances neural plasticity, supporting cortical reorganization and improving motor control in non-human primates with SCI. The compound promotes AMPA receptor movement to areas responsible for motor control, strengthening existing neural connections.
SourceYCU Advanced Medical Research Center·JournalBrain Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2025
Researchers at Kyoto University investigated the effects of two-hit stress on mouse behavior, revealing significant changes in the cerebellum. The study found increased microglia turnover, neuronal loss, and decreased brain connectivity, correlating with anxiety-like behaviors and mental disorders.
SourceKyoto University·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeObservational study·DateMar 3, 2025
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Researchers at Kyoto University investigated the effects of two-hit stress on mice, finding that it leads to increased microglia activity, neuronal loss, and decreased brain connectivity. Microglia replacement therapy showed promise in rescuing affected mice, with female mice exhibiting higher stress resilience.
SourceInstitute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences, Kyoto University·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeObservational study·DateMar 3, 2025
A new clinical trial will use MDMA in combination with Prolonged Exposure therapy to enhance treatment outcomes for individuals with PTSD. Researchers believe MDMA shows potential in improving PTSD symptoms by increasing neuroplasticity and processing traumatic memories.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio·DateFeb 27, 2025
The new μETF method simplifies fabrication of flexible 3D microelectrode arrays for neural applications. It reduces stimulation thresholds by 1.7 times and improves spatial resolution compared to traditional flat electrodes. The technology has potential in brain-computer interfaces, wearable electronics, and lab-on-a-chip systems.
SourcePusan National University·Journalnpj Flexible Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 26, 2025
Researchers at Tohoku University developed lab-grown neurons that form complex networks resembling animal nervous systems. These networks exhibit diverse neuronal ensembles and can be reconfigured through repetitive stimulation, mimicking neural plasticity.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·DateDec 16, 2024
Researchers found that desert ants rely on the polarity of the geomagnetic field to navigate during learning walks, contradicting previous findings in other insects. The team manipulated magnetic fields and observed the ants' behavior, concluding that a compass-like navigation system is useful for short-distance navigation.
SourceUniversity of Oldenburg·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 6, 2024
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Researchers found a parallel pathway to long-term memory formation that bypasses short-term memory. Blocking short-term memory did not disrupt long-term memory retention.
SourceMax Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 5, 2024
A review paper suggests that MDMA-assisted therapy can benefit military personnel with traumatic brain injuries, improving emotional and cognitive challenges. The drug may facilitate social connections, increased self-esteem, and neural plasticity, leading to improved treatment outcomes.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·TypeLiterature review·DateDec 4, 2024
A team of scientists has pinpointed a critical neural circuit for female sexual rejection, revealing how the brain integrates signals to shape behavior. The ventromedial hypothalamus, specifically progesterone-sensitive neurons in the anterior VMH, play a crucial role in determining whether a female accepts or rejects mating attempts.
SourceChampalimaud Centre for the Unknown·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 25, 2024
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A four-year study funded by a $2.5 million grant will investigate the impact of spinal cord transcutaneous stimulation combined with gait training on motor recovery in individuals with traumatic brain injury. The research aims to improve clinical treatment strategies and decision-making for improved gait and functional recovery.
SourceKessler Foundation·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 30, 2024
Researchers found increased whole-brain connectivity in bilingual participants, particularly those who learned their second language early in life. This increased connectivity was stronger between the cerebellum and left frontal cortex, indicating a more efficient brain organization in terms of functional connectivity.
SourceMcGill University·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 10, 2024
Researchers found that vagus nerve stimulation can improve sound discrimination in mice, suggesting a potential new approach to treating hearing disorders. The technique may also speed up hearing improvements from cochlear implants, enabling implant recipients to communicate more effectively.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 9, 2024
Neurobiologists identify shared brain mechanism behind meth and PCP-induced cognitive deficits, finding a reversible switch in neurotransmitters. Reversing this switch restores memory function, offering potential for new treatments.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 26, 2024
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A new analytical tool called PATH can quantify tumor cell plasticity, which is a key characteristic of cancer that leads to treatment resistance and metastatic spread. Researchers used PATH to analyze tumor samples from animal models and human patients, revealing new details of how tumors exploit plasticity to spread.
SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalNature Genetics·DateSep 24, 2024
Researchers at the Plasticity and Remodeling of Neural Circuits laboratory aim to stimulate myelin plasticity to regenerate affected nerve fibers in MS patients. The team will explore gene therapy, pharmacological approaches, and rehabilitation strategies to enhance myelin repair.
SourceUniversidad Miguel Hernandez de Elche·DateSep 18, 2024
Researchers have created the first map of a human brain over the course of pregnancy, documenting changes in gray and white matter. These findings suggest that the adult brain is capable of undergoing extended periods of neuroplasticity, which may support behavioral adaptations tied to parenting.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeObservational study·DateSep 16, 2024
Researchers led by Daniela Vallentin successfully rewired zebra finches' brains using optogenetics, expanding their vocal repertoire. The findings have implications for human aging and potential therapies for neurodegenerative diseases and learning impairments.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 3, 2024
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