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Macaque Brains

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Mapping the Brain's Neuroreceptor Organization for Improved Understanding.
neuroscience3 years ago

Mapping the Brain's Neuroreceptor Organization for Improved Understanding.

Scientists have mapped neurotransmitter receptors in macaque brains, revealing key organizational principles that help distinguish internal thoughts from external influences. The data, made publicly available, could provide valuable insights into brain activity, behavior, and drug interactions, and potentially guide the development of new treatments targeting specific brain functions. The research could also help create computational models of the brain and better integrate findings across species.

Mapping Brain Receptors to Understand Sensory and Cognitive Networks.
neuroscience3 years ago

Mapping Brain Receptors to Understand Sensory and Cognitive Networks.

Researchers have mapped neurotransmitter receptors in macaque brains, providing a deeper understanding of how our brain differentiates between internally and externally stimulated thoughts and emotions. The comprehensive dataset, now publicly accessible, offers a unique perspective into the micro and macro workings of the brain, potentially guiding the development of new treatments targeting specific brain functions. The team used statistical techniques and modern neuroimaging techniques to uncover the relationships between receptor patterns, brain connectivity, and anatomy, which could better link brain activity, behavior, and the action of drugs.