Thomas Südhof discovered important synaptic proteins. For this, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine.
The discoverers of orientation cells was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2014.
“Happy hormone” & Co.: Without neurotransmitters, nerve cells would not be able to communicate.
No chaos despite sensory overload – neurons communicate silently, efficiently, and at breakneck speed.
Several billion tiny cells are located in the brain. There they perform amazing work.
A lot has to happen before nerve cells reveal their secrets. A historical review.
Many areas of the brain often fire in unison – scientists are trying to find out why.
Are cannabinoid-based drugs suitable for clinical use? Experts remain divided on the issue.
The neuron doctrine is considered a fundamental idea in brain research – and has caused controversy.
Always up to date: Three fiber tracts connect the cerebellum with the rest of the brain.
Enormous interconnection density in a small space ensures coordination of voluntary movements.
Neurons are fundamental to all life processes. You can see how they are structured here.
Fine motor skills are controlled in the cerebellum. Time plays a particularly important role in this process.
Crowned with the 2013 Nobel Prize in Medicine: the discovery of molecular processes at the synapse.
Multipolar neurons have different characteristics depending on their function.
