Scientists disclose how mitochondria control tissue rejuvenation and synaptic plasticity in the adult mouse brain. Nerve cells (neurons) are amongst the most complex cell types in our body. They ...

A complex system of nerves and muscles enables the human eye to blink, gaze, and shift focus. The trochlear nerve is one of six cranial nerves that carry electrical impulses from the brain to the eye.

Traumatic injury to the brain, spinal cord and optic nerve in the central nervous system (CNS) are the leading cause of disability and the second leading cause of death worldwide. CNS injuries often ...

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers in the body. Their function is to transmit signals from nerve cells to target cells. These signals help regulate bodily functions ranging from heart rate to ...

An artificial neuron made of conductive plastics that can perform advanced functions similar to those of biological nerve cells has been demonstrated by researchers at Linköping University, Sweden.

A recent review published in Engineering explores the construction and potential applications of spinal cord and peripheral ...

The retina is often referred to as an "outpost of the brain"—after all, important steps in visual signal processing do not ...