Behind the Paper
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A generative model of memory construction and consolidation
A computational model shows how the hippocampus encodes episodic memories and replays them to train generative neocortical models of the world, so that conceptual and sensory representations of experience can be recombined for imagination and memory.
A potential patient stratification biomarker for Parkinson's disease based on LRRK2-mediated cellular alterations in peripheral blood
A recent study substantiates a role for increased LRRK2 kinase activity in some idiopathic Parkinson's disease patients and suggests that blood-based patient stratification approaches hold promise in nominating patients who may benefit from LRRK2-related therapeutics.
The collaboration behind a study on COVID-19 neurological complications
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” –Helen Keller.
Differences in rectal amino acid levels determine bacteria-originated sex pheromone specificity in two closely related flies
Bactrocera dorsalis is a notorious invasive species. Along with it, its "cousin" Bactrocera cucurbitae, has a similar morphological and sexual pheromone composition. So, why they can avoid mating with their "cousins"? Amino acid， glucose，bacteria，which is the decisive factor?