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The transcription factor Neurogenin 2 promotes the radial migration of newly born neurons by directly activating the small RhoGTPase Rnd2.

Researchers identify rare structural mutations in genes involved in neuronal development in people with schizophrenia.

Mice prefer sweet treats, even if they cannot taste them.

Using a new microscopy technique, researchers observe synaptic vesicle movements in live neurons.

A new treatment that blocks a neurotransmitter receptor involved in anxiety may benefit people with alcoholism.

Researchers map synaptic partners by reconstituting complementary fragments of fluorescent proteins tethered to pre- and postsynaptic neurons.

Researchers identify proteins involved in coagulating blood as targets for treatment of multiple sclerosis.

During learning, one type of dendritic spine preferentially incorporates new proteins.

Neurogenesis in the adult brain is important in certain types of learning and memory.

Researchers physically separate neuron cell bodies and neurites to determine signaling pathways important in process extension.

Researchers distinguish the roles of two similar neural circuits in the hippocampus.

Researchers identify two mutations associated with autism spectrum disorders.

Researchers remove the chip from traditional microarrays, probing gene expression with nanoscale tiles composed of folded DNA.

An immune system protein is important in synapse elimination.

A gene that is important in speech development in people is involved in song development in birds.

A gene expression database shows tissue-specific effects of aging.

A neurotrophic factor mediates the mood-elevating effects of exercise.

Epilepsy-associated mutations with opposing cellular effects cancel each other out.

Innate and learned aversions are processed by two independent pathways in the mouse olfactory system.

A new technique images neural progenitor cells in people.