Harvard researchers map 70,000 synaptic connections in rat brain

The Next Frontier in Neuroscience: Mapping the Brain’s Intricate Network Neuroscience is on the cusp of a revolutionary breakthrough. Harvard University’s latest advancement in mapping synaptic connections could bring us closer to understanding the brain’s complex functions. Researchers have successfully used a silicon chip to record over 70,000 synaptic connections from approximately 2,000 rat neurons, … Read more

Some incarcerated youths will get health care after release under new law • Rhode Island Current

Transforming Health Care for Recently Incarcerated Youth The intersection of mental health, juvenile justice, and healthcare access is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with new federal laws aiming to reshape how the nation supports formerly incarcerated youth. By redefining healthcare as an ongoing, pre-release engagement rather than a post-release afterthought, significant strides are being made towards … Read more

Taiwan could help industry after Trump warns of chip tariffs

Taiwan’s Strategic Response to US Tariffs on Semiconductors Taiwan, a pivotal player in the global semiconductor industry, is reportedly evaluating measures to support its domestic industry in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats on overseas-made semiconductor chips. This comes at a crucial time as semiconductors form the backbone of various high-tech products, … Read more