Compartmentalized Dendritic Plasticity in the Mouse Retrosplenial Cortex Links Contextual Memories Formed Close in Time Academic Background Memory formation is a dynamic process where individual memories are stored, updated, and integrated into the framework of other preexisting memories to drive adaptive behavior. Recent studies have shown that th...
Experimental Constraints on the Symmetron Field: Breakthrough Research with Magnetically Levitated Force Sensors Academic Background Dark energy is the mysterious force behind the accelerated expansion of the universe, but its essence remains an enigma. To explain the nature of dark energy, scientists have proposed various theories, among which the...
Filamentary Structure Between High-Redshift Quasar Pairs in the Cosmic Web Academic Background The cosmic web is a core concept in modern cosmology, describing the complex network structure formed by dark matter and gas under gravitational forces. According to Cold Dark Matter (CDM) theory, the cosmic web consists of filamentary structures connecti...
Dual Functions of Pericytes and Perivascular Fibroblasts in Cerebrovascular Regeneration After Stroke Academic Background Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Current therapeutic interventions are mostly limited to acute thrombolytic treatment or thrombectomy, followed by long-term rehabilitation. However, the long...
Inferring Latent Neural Circuits from Heterogeneous Neural Responses During Cognitive Tasks Academic Background In cognitive tasks, higher cortical areas of the brain (such as the prefrontal cortex, PFC) are responsible for integrating a variety of sensory, cognitive, and motor signals. However, the responses of individual neurons often exhibit com...
Separating Cognitive and Motor Processes: A Breakthrough in Mouse Behavioral Research Academic Background In the study of animal behavior, cognitive processes and motor processes are often closely intertwined. For example, when a mouse explores its environment, its facial expressions or active sampling behaviors not only reflect movement but are al...
Exploration of the Architecture of the Human Default Mode Network: A Study Based on Cytoarchitecture, Wiring, and Signal Flow Academic Background The Default Mode Network (DMN) is a set of brain regions that are highly active during resting states, primarily distributed across the frontal, temporal, and parietal lobes. The DMN plays a crucial role ...
Cell-Type Classification of Psychiatric Disorders: New Study Reveals Cellular Basis of Schizophrenia and Other Complex Brain Disorders Academic Background Psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder, are significant public health issues worldwide. These disorders are typically caused by a combination of multiple g...
Neural Mechanisms of Visual Perception and Motor Coordination Academic Background In daily life, animals need to distinguish sensory experiences caused by the external environment from those elicited by their own movements. This distinction is crucial for accurate perception and motor control. However, the diversity of behaviors and their complex i...
Retrieval of Conditioned Immune Response in Mice is Mediated by an Anterior-Posterior Insular Circuit Academic Background The bidirectional relationship between the brain and the immune system is a cornerstone of philosophical and scientific research. In recent years, researchers have identified multiple pathways through which the immune system inf...