All articles tagged with #brain inhibition
A study from the University of Nottingham found that balanced neural inhibition in the hippocampus is essential for recognition memory, with both excessive and insufficient inhibition disrupting object recognition, while inhibition in the prefrontal cortex has no effect. These findings highlight the importance of neural balance for memory function and could inform treatments for cognitive disorders like schizophrenia and dementia.
Researchers at Scripps Research have developed a new technology using optogenetics to track the deactivation of neurons, shedding light on how the brain regulates activity through inhibition. By identifying rapid changes in the pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) protein immediately after brain cells stop firing, the team has opened new avenues for studying brain cell inhibition and its role in various diseases, including depression, PTSD, and Alzheimer’s. This groundbreaking technique provides a deeper understanding of normal brain functions and offers potential insights for treating a range of brain disorders and metabolic diseases.