No less than 16 different types of nerve cells have been identified by scientists in a new study on the human sense of touch.

No less than 16 different types of nerve cells have been identified by scientists in a new study on the human sense of touch.

Researchers identified 16 distinct types of nerve cells involved in human touch and compared them with those in mice and macaques, showing both shared and unique traits.

In a bid to enhance our understanding of ageing, a team of scientists has uncovered the intricate mechanisms by which ...

No less than 16 different types of nerve cells have been identified by scientists in a new study on the human sense of touch.

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Researchers, supported by the NIH's BRAIN Initiative, have created a comprehensive map of the fruit fly brain, identifying ...

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They worked primarily with mice, using various genetic tools to manipulate specific types of neurons. They created specialized mouse lines where they could either activate or eliminate specific ...

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