Esophageal Cancers Resurrect Ancient Retroviruses Embedded in Our Genome
NewsScientists have discovered that many esophageal cancers turn on ancient viral DNA that was embedded in our genome hundreds of millions of years ago.
The Weirdness of Our Dreams Could Explain Their Function, Suggests New Theory
NewsA new theory that takes inspiration from artificial intelligence has suggested that the weirdness of dreams is essential to their purpose.
Read moreSongbird Forebrain Circuits Mirror Those Seen in Mammals
NewsNeuroscientists have examined neurons in a songbird's forebrain and have discovered a landscape of physiology, auditory coding and network roles that mirrored those in the brains of mammals.
Read moreZona Incerta Is Identified as the Site of Curiosity in the Brain
NewsResearchers have discovered a new brain circuit underlying curiosity and novelty-seeking behavior.
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Three Psychology Experiments That Pushed the Limit of Ethics
ArticleWe examine three studies that psuhed the limits of what experimental scientists can consider ethical in the wake of the Deep Time experiment's conclusion.
Read moreTeach Me in 10 Hub Page
ArticleAt Technology Networks we understand the importance of time. That's why we've launched Teach Me in 10 a video series that challenges scientists to present and summarize their research area, a scientific concept, or technology in ten minutes or less.
Read moreMultiple Sclerosis (MS) Clinical Trials Explained
ArticleThis article delves into the ins and outs of MS clinical trials, focusing on reasons for participation, eligibility and the evolution of MS clinical trials.
Read moreExploring Mental Health in Academia
ArticleIn this article, we explore why academia and research can be hard on an individual's mental health, speaking directly with the individuals and organizations that are championing mental health discussions in this space, and highlight areas where we're perhaps falling short and could improve.
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