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The Fruit Fly May Know It’s Bugging You
A ‘virtual reality’ experiment done on flies has shown that their brains register the difference between their own actions and external stimuli.
The Shape Of Neurons That Shape The Brain
Dynamics in the shape of neurons affect the formation of key structures known as growth cone, study says.
The Genetic Building Blocks Of Height
A genetic study of 253,288 individuals has helped scientists pinpoint the elusive genes related to height in humans.
QBI & CAS Team Up To Take On Dementia
The joint effort between the Queensland Brain Institute and the Chinese Academy of Sciences will be the largest international research center for dementia.
Aircraft Landing System Inspired By Bees
Based on bee vision, the aircraft landing system developed by UQ researchers is fully independent of GPS signals that can be blocked or hacked.
Detecting Autism Before Kids Turn Two
Computer model takes Australia a step closer toward a molecular characterization of autism that promises early detection of the disorder.
How Fear Modifies Genes
Scientists have found a genetic modification associated with the control of the fear response.
Shrimp Gives Insight Into Color Vision
Researchers have uncovered new insights into color vision by studying the mantis shrimp.
Genetic Causes Of Schizophrenia And Depression Overlap, Study
People susceptible to psychiatric disorders such as depression and schizophrenia have underlying genetic similarities, a study has found.
Clinical Study Blocks Protein To Treat Spinal Cord Injury
Researchers in Australia will begin clinical trials for spinal cord injury by blocking a protein called EphA4.
