Dopamine Surge Reveals How Even for Mice, 'There's No Place Like Home'
A study by Â鶹ŮÀÉ neuroscientists demonstrates how 'coming home' produces a signal of comfort in mice and is the first to show that home evokes a surge of dopamine that mimics the response to a dose of cocaine.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Tech Runway to Celebrate Virtual Maverick Reception
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Tech Runway® will host the 2020 Maverick Reception virtually on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 6 to 7 p.m.
What's That Growing on Your Face Mask?
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Schmidt College of Medicine researcher has developed a novel device to conveniently sanitize contaminated masks and other items at home or at work and has received a provisional patent for the technology.
Study First to Show Relationship between a Bird's Gut and its Brain
Â鶹ŮÀÉ scientists studied songbirds' gut microbiome and have identified potentially critical bacteria affecting cognition and performance.
Herbert Weissbach Receives BioFlorida's 'Lifetime Achievement Award'
Â鶹ŮÀÉ's Herbert Weissbach, Ph.D., received BioFlorida's "Lifetime Achievement Award," reserved to recognize outstanding industry leadership and significant contributions throughout an individual's career.
Remdesivir for COVID-19: FDA Approved but Still Unproven
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Schmidt College of Medicine researchers reviewed the most reliable data from remdesivir randomized trials. In a commentary, they conclude that effective public health strategies are more urgently needed.
Boo! How Do Mexican Cavefish Escape Predators?
A few fish, like Mexican cavefish, have evolved in unique environments without predators. A study on escape evolution reveals vast differences in startle reflex responses between cavefish populations.
Research Park at Â鶹ŮÀÉ Company Joins NSF CAKE at Â鶹ŮÀÉ
The Research Park at Â鶹ŮÀÉ® recently announced that its client company, GoAwake, has joined the NSF CAKE at Â鶹ŮÀÉ.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Awarded U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research Grant for AI
Â鶹ŮÀÉ College of Engineering and Computer Science researchers receive $653,393 grant to improve learning and operation of artificial intelligence systems.
Opioid Use Disorder? Electronic Health Records Help Pinpoint Patients
A retrospective cross-sectional study by Â鶹ŮÀÉ Schmidt College of Medicine researchers and collaborators, shows that information in electronic health records may help identify patients with opioid use disorder.