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May 19 2014 | Stanford News
Understanding the origins of our solar system, the future of our planet or humanity requires complex calculations run on high-power computers.
A common thread among research efforts across Stanford’s many disciplines is the growing use of sophisticated algorithms, run by brute computing power, to...
A common thread among research efforts across Stanford’s many disciplines is the growing use of sophisticated algorithms, run by brute computing power, to...
May 16 2014 | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Taut springs guard worm’s sensory neurons during flexing and help respond to touch, an NIH-funded study reports
May 14 2014 | Neuwrite West: Brians & Bourbon Ep7
Graduate students interview neuroscientists about their process and motivation as part of the Brains and Bourbon podcast series.
May 12 2014 | HELEN SHEN | Nature
Neurogenesis interferes with past learning in infant and adult mice. Stanford Neuroscientist, Karl Deisseroth, says the research is incredibly impressive and covered everything from genetic and pharmacological interventions, to behavioral interventions, to cross-species comparisons."
May 7 2014 | The New Yorker
A humorous look at a novel approach to combat neurodegeneration.
May 7 2014 | Neuwrite West: Brains & Bourbon Ep6
Graduate students interview neuroscientists about their process and motivation as part of the Brains and Bourbon podcast series.
This week on "Brains and Bourbon," Tony Ricci discusses hearing, rebuilding his lab after hurricane Katrina and more! Dr. Ricci is a professor of otolaryngology and...
This week on "Brains and Bourbon," Tony Ricci discusses hearing, rebuilding his lab after hurricane Katrina and more! Dr. Ricci is a professor of otolaryngology and...
May 6 2014 | NeuWrite West Blog
Graduate students take questions from the public and answer them on the blog Neuwrite West as part of their Ask the Expert series.
May 4 2014 | Inside Stanford Medicine
Something — or some things — in the blood of young mice has the ability to restore mental capabilities in old mice, a new study by Stanford Neurosciences Institute investigators has found.
May 2 2014 | Stanford Alumni Magazine
SNI researchers explain why you should stop sweating everyday aggravations and embrace the benefits of stress.
May 1 2014 | The New York Times
If you are unable to think of a catchy, creative way to present sales data or begin a newspaper column, take a walk. A brief stroll, even around your office, can significantly increase creativity, according to a handy new study by Daniel Schwartz, Stanford Neurosciences Institute faculty affiliate.
