This is incredible.
Here’s the research paper.
In a new study appearing this month in the Journal of Neuroscience, researchers have unlocked the complex cellular mechanics that instruct specific brain cells to continue to divide. This discovery overcomes a significant technical hurdle to potential human stem cell therapies; ensuring…
(via theskygazer)
http://www.jneurosci.org/content/32/43/15066.abstract?sid=a9149663-6d91-408b-9624-ac6e8d294de7
Fixed Neuron
A multi-wavelength, three dimensional, wide-field immunofluorescence image of a fixed neuron. The projection was generated using an extended depth of field algorithm. Cell body labeled for tubulin is shown in blue, F-actin in green, and presynaptic protein in Red. Specimen courtesy of Natalie Dowell-Mesfin BMS-PhD student.
(via biocas)
Greg Dunn: Combining Art and Neuroscience
http://theairspace.net/interviews/the-brains-artistry-a-conversation-with-neuroscientist-and-artist-greg-dunn/
Beautiful.
Left lateral view of the arteries in the human brain by coloured resin cast. The brain requires more blood than any other organ - about 1/5 of the body’s total blood supply.
(Source: amolecularmatter)
Scientists Turn Fly Neurons Into Gorgeous Art
Using technology affectionately dubbed “Brainbow,” scientists can color-code individual neurons inside the tiny brain of a fruit fly.
(Source: neurosciencestuff, via diamidinophenylindolee)