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Our systems were mentioned in 10 published research papers last week.  Take a closer look at some of the research...

We are delighted to introduce WormLab 2.0.  Our latest version of WormLab features an intuitive step-by-step workflow to analyze the locomotion and behavior of C. elegans and is now available to Mac and Windows 8 users. We've worked hard to improve our tracking algorithms, particularly our self-overlap and entanglement algorithms.  We've added whole plate mode for tracking many worms on a plate and added extensive camera support for over 1,400...

Neuroscientists Propose a Revolutionary DNA-Based Approach to Map Wiring of the Whole Brain The team, led by Professor Anthony Zador, Ph.D., of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, aims to provide a comprehensive account of neural connectivity. www.cshl.edu (10/22/2012) Study Identifies Natural Process Activating Brain's Immune Cells that Could Point Way to Repairing Damaged Brain The brain’s key “breeder” cells, it turns out, do more than that. They secrete substances that...

Disrupted sleep may predict Alzheimer’s  A disturbed night's sleep might signal a future diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, according to findings presented this week at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience in New Orleans, Louisiana. www.nature.com (10/18/2012)     Neuroscientists Find the Molecular 'When' and 'Where' of Memory FormationNeuroscientists from New York University and the University of California, Irvine have isolated the "when" and "where" of molecular activity that occurs...

Scientists Discover Sleeping Brain Behaves as if it's Remembering Something UCLA researchers have for the first time measured the activity of a brain region known to be involved in learning, memory and Alzheimer's disease during sleep. newsroom.ucla.edu (10/07/2012) Stem Cells Safe for Rare Brain Disorder Four young boys with a rare, fatal brain condition have made it through a dangerous ordeal. Scientists have safely transplanted human neural stem cells...

Munich Scientists Reprogram Brain Cells Called Pericytes into Neurons Brain cells called pericytes can be reprogrammed into neurons with just two proteins, pointing to a novel way to treat neurodegenerative disorders. www.the-scientist.com (10/04/2012) Neuroscientists Unravel Vegetative State Mystery By exploring parts of the brain that trigger during periods of daydreaming, neuroscientists from Western University have made a significant breakthrough in understanding what happens in the brain to cause vegetative...

African Spiny Mice Can Regrow Lost Skin Two species of African spiny mouse have been found to completely regenerate damaged tissue, something no mammal has since been known to do. www.nature.com (09/26/2012) Study Finds Male DNA in Women’s Brains Male DNA is commonly found in the brains of women, most likely derived from prior pregnancy with a male fetus, according to first-of-its-kind research conducted at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research...

Blue Brain Project Accurately Predicts Connections Between Neurons The Blue Brain Project has identified key principles that determine synapse-scale connectivity by virtually reconstructing a cortical microcircuit. Researchers used Neurolucida to trace neurons. www.rdmag.com (09/18/2012) Neuroscience: Idle minds Why does the brain at rest consume so much energy? Evidence indicates "the brain only rests when you're dead." www.nature.com (09/19/2012) Mulling Over a Decision Makes People More Selfish, Study Suggests Research suggests that the...

Scans Show Smart Crows' Brains are a Lot Like Those of Humans Seattle researchers say the birds' brains light up much like the human mind when they see a face they know. www.msnbc.msn.com (09/12/2012) UCSD Finds Possible Treatment for Paralysis UC San Diego has discovered a way to grow nerve fibers in rats with severe spinal cord injuries, a potentially big step toward treating some of the 300,000 Americans...

            Robot Legs Obey Brain A pair of mechanical leg braces that are controlled by their wearer’s brain signals could help paralyzed patients walk again. www.the-scientist.com (09/07/2012) Pain Map: Novel Way to Know Intensity and Location of Pain A group of neuroscientists at the University College of London has been developing a technology named as pain map. The technology will let know the researchers about the exact location and intensity...