The aging processes are related to the functional weakening in the cognitive and cardiovascular aspects. Such changes may be influenced …Read the Rest
Nervous System
Epilepsy and the Gene KCNT1 (Potassium Sodium-Activated Channel Subfamily T member 1)
The KCNT1 gene has other symbols as “ENFL5”, “SLACK”, “EIEE14”, “KCa4.1”, “Slo2.2”, and “bA100C15.2”. It is located at 9q34.3. Encoding …Read the Rest
The dynamic brain networks, MRI, and neuroimaging biomarkers
Processes in the cerebral cortex have the nonlinear and dynamic features. Accurate temporal coordination is necessary for the establishment of …Read the Rest
Review of Systems Biology Approaches: Detecting Signaling Pathways in Neurons
Temporal dynamics and spatial features are important factors in cell responses including synaptic plasticity. The complex network and interactions among …Read the Rest
Microglia, Polydendrocytes, Ependymal cells, and the Embryonic Neural Tube
Microglia are macrophages in the brain. Macrophages are the immune cells in the blood and other parts of the body. …Read the Rest
Glia, Astrocytes, Oligodendrocytes, and Schwann Cells
Glia have a close relationship with neurons but this relationship has not been fully understood. Glia are essential partners to …Read the Rest
Synapses, Gap Junctions, and Glia: Their Structures, Functions, and Features
Synapses are the regions between the terminal of an axon and the receptors on other cells. Neurotransmitters can bring the …Read the Rest
Neurotransmitters and Their Functions
There are different types of neurotransmitters. For example, glutamate (glu) is involved in the excitation of the central nervous system …Read the Rest
Structure of the Neurons: Dendrites, Axons, and Membrane Potentials
Types of cells in the nervous system There are two types of cells in the nervous system. One type of …Read the Rest
The Sleep Cycles, Meditation, and Brain Wave Patterns
We exist in our own subjective minds that cannot be separated from our personal perspective, which make it impossible to …Read the Rest
Meditation, Brain Waves, and Brain Activities
Electroencephalogram (EEG) is an important method measuring the brain waves and the electrical activities of the brain. The slowest waves …Read the Rest
Meditation, the Brain, Neurons, and Neurotransmitters
Meditation can help promote health in various dimensions, including physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social. The scientific studies and …Read the Rest
Neuroscience Data and Neuroinformatics
Neuroscience Data and Neuroinformatics Neuroscience Data At least 50% genes of the mammalian genome are expressed by the …Read the Rest
The Applications and Combination of Bioinformatics, Medical informatics, and Neuroinformatics
The Applications and Combination of Bioinformatics, Medical informatics, and Neuroinformatics Mental disorders and other brain disorders such as anxiety, …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics Software and Ontology Tools
Neuroinformatics Software and Ontology Tools Category Source Name Purposes/Features/Methods Contents Applications URL References Neuroimaging Informatics Tools BrainVisa (BV) …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain: Different Species
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain: Different Species Species Source Name Purposes/Features/Methods Contents Applications URL References Mouse 3D digital atlas …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain-Related Diseases
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain-Related Diseases Disease Source Name Purposes/Features/Methods Contents Applications URL References Autism National Database for Autism Research …Read the Rest
Integrative Neuroinformatics Databases and Platforms
Integrative Neuroinformatics Databases and Platforms Source Name The Needs/Challenges Purposes/Features/Methods Contents Applications URL References XooNIps The management and sharing …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics Databases for the Structure-Function Studies of the Brain
Neuroinformatics Databases for the Structure-Function Studies of the Brain Category Source Name The Needs/Challenges Purposes/Features/Methods Contents Applications URL …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain Structures
Neuroinformatics Databases about the Brain Structures The Internet Brain Volume Database (IBVD) (Kennedy et al., 2012) The URL: http://www.nitrc.org/projects/ibvd …Read the Rest
Neuroinformatics: An Introduction
Neuroinformatics: An Introduction The challenges in neuroinformatics Challenges in making neuroinformatics databases and tools (Morse, 2008) The variety in …Read the Rest
Concepts of Cognition, Thinking, Language, and Intelligence
Concepts of Cognition, Thinking, Language, and Intelligence Concepts Contents Related Concepts Cognition Understanding Interpreting Organizing Remembering Problem solving …Read the Rest
Memory Stages and Concepts
Memory Stages and Concepts Concepts Explanations Sensory memory The stage that information registers or is “held”, decided by attention. …Read the Rest
Sleep, Circadian Rhythm, Hypnosis, and Meditation
Sleep, Circadian Rhythm, Hypnosis, and Meditation Circadian Rhythm Relevant Brain Structures Locations Influences Pineal gland Close to …Read the Rest
Perception: Concepts and Theories
Perception: Concepts and Theories Perception: A complex process begins in the brain Perceptual set: A “frame of …Read the Rest