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Society for Neuroscience 2022

November 2022
Scan of a zebrafish brain showing neuron activity.
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Decoding sensory brain networks: A quick take at SfN with Ethan Scott

by  /  15 November 2022

Scott describes his work on sound processing differences in the brains of zebrafish that model fragile X syndrome.

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Illustration of multipolar neurons.
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Consistent, convergent pathways link two forms of autism

by  /  15 November 2022

People with dup15q syndrome and those with idiopathic autism have similar patterns of altered gene expression in early brain development and later in life.

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Street view of the San Diego Convention Center.
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Reactions from Neuroscience 2022

by  /  14 November 2022

Scientists at Neuroscience 2022 share highlights of the conference.

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A grid of clocks placed over a colorful gene sequence.
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Autism-linked genes clock daily oscillations

by  /  14 November 2022

Rhythmic variations in the genes’ brain expression levels may help explain the sleep problems that often accompany the condition.

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Three-dimensional structure of cells in the cerebellum.
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Flexible genomic architecture undergoes major redesigns during cerebellum development

by  /  13 November 2022

A new atlas reveals how the structural shake-ups within a cell’s genome differ by cell type and brain region over time.

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Single astrocyte on black background.
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Mouse studies cast astrocytes as stars of sensory perception

by  /  13 November 2022

Data from two separate research teams suggest the cells are key to sensory hypersensitivity in fragile X syndrome.

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Two marmosets looking in different directions.
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Naturally chimeric marmosets present opportunities for autism research

by  /  13 November 2022

Findings on microglia and other brain cell types bolster the animal’s validity as a model system for the condition.

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The San Diego Convention Center viewed from above on a sunny day.
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Heading to Neuroscience 2022

by  /  10 November 2022

Spectrum sources and reporters share which sessions they are most excited to attend at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, which starts on Saturday.

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