Neuroscience
Neuroscience
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A changing sense of smell
The sense of smell changes in response to a lifetime of environmental stimuli
Roberto Lent
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Roberto Lent: An expert in connections
UFRJ neuroscientist suggests new ways to use science to improve education
Cytology
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The hanging gardens of cells
Cultures in 3D environments reveal unknown structures
By Diego Freire
Cover
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The mechanisms of aging
Studies identify phenomena associated with physical and mental decline
By Marcos Pivetta and Ricardo Zorzetto
Evolution
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A silent call
Brachycephalus froglets, from the Atlantic Forest, don't hear their own calls
By Redação
Neuroscience
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The hunting circuits
Pathways in the amygdala control the aggressive behavior of predators
Virology
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Microcephaly in vitro
Zika virus replicates inside neural stem cells, disrupting brain development
Neuroscience
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Human companionship and fear of thunder in dogs
Research investigates whether human companionship reduces stress in dogs
By Redação
BiasWatchNeuro
Invisible women
Initiative to combat a gender bias observed at scientific conferences
By Redação
Cytology
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Suspended cell gardens
3D cell cultures help further understanding on organs and tissues
By Redação
Neuroscience
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Diversity in neuronal DNA
"Jumping genes" can cause deletions of stretches of the genome
By Redação
Fregata minor
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Napping on the wing
Hemispheres of the brain of birds would sleep during trips that last for days
By Redação
Neuroscience
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Hunting circuits
Neural pathways from the amygdala control predators' aggressive behavior
By Redação
NEUROSCIENCE
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Movement for the brain
Exercise in childhood has long-lasting effects on intellectual performance
PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
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The cosmetic from the Caatinga scrubland
Umbu could form the basis for an anti-aging skin cream
Neuroscience
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A more focused brain
Concentration tasks may be associated with neural circuits working in thalamus
By Redação
NEUROLOGY
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The brain and the ravages of time
Aging leads to changes in the brain’s organization and function
syndrome
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Cerebral overload
Neurons are more connected in baby boys with a rare genetic disease
By Redação
Neuroscience
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Suspense and your brain
Brain closes people's attention in tense moments of movies
By Redação
Common marmoset
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Monkey talk
Interaction with parents builds up infants communication skills
By Redação
Careers
Applying statistics to neuroscience
Neuroscientist uses mathematical tools to study brain function
By Redação