neurogenesis, neuroscience

A team of scientists was unable to replicate controversial, high-profile findings published in 2011.

Interneurons and mature granule cells in the adult mouse brain are critical for newborn neurons’ responses to novel environments.

The cells of the mammalian immune system do more than just fight off pathogens; they are also important players in stem cell function and are thus crucial for maintaining homeostasis and recovering from injury.

Running releases an enzyme that is associated with memory function in mice and humans.
 

Newly formed neurons in the adult mouse brain oversprout and get cut back.

The immune cells—known for clearing dead cells—also chew up live progenitors in neurogenic regions of mouse brains. 

Scientists image the activity of adult-born neurons in the brains of waking mice, and reveal roles for the cells in learning and memory.

Assistant Professor, Department of Neurobiology and Behavior University of California, Irvine. Age: 39

Neurons in new brains and old

Young neurons in the adult human brain are likely critical to its function.

Neuron nurseries in the adult brains of rodents and humans appear to influence cognitive function.

Synthetic base pairs replicated in vivo; cardiac stem cells questioned; miniature neurotransmissions and synaptic development; neurogenesis and memory loss; STAP saga continues

Running causes rodents to forget their fears in part because of increased hippocampal neurogenesis, a study shows.

Human vs. dog brains; widespread neuronal regeneration in human adult brain; honeybee disease strikes wild insects; trouble replicating stress-induced stem cells

Retrospective carbon dating of human hippocampal cells confirms substantial adult neurogenesis and suggests that the process contributes to brain function.