August 29, 2019
neuroscience
zuckerman institute
The findings provide a path forward for researchers hoping to make sense of a process that is equal parts chaotic and precise, and critical to understanding not only growth and development but also aging and disease.
August 13, 2019
neuroscience
zuckerman institute
Columbia research in mouse neurons reveals new insights into the biology of memory and offers promising new areas of focus to combat neurodegenerative diseases.
August 12, 2019
neuroscience
zuckerman institute
The Columbia study demonstrates the unmatched flexibility of the growing brain and offers insight into children’s remarkable ability to learn languages.
May 15, 2019
neuroscience
zuckerman institute
More than twenty years ago, Catherine Dulac, PhD, identified the first-known pheromone receptors. She was a postdoctoral fellow at the time, working with Columbia University’s Richard Axel, MD. Now a Harvard professor, Dr. Dulac teamed up with her mentor again last...
May 15, 2019
neuroscience
zuckerman institute
Columbia engineers have developed new AI technology that amplifies the correct speaker from a group. The breakthrough could lead to better hearing aids.