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Synaptic

Synaptic

Written by: The Transmitter
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 Exploring the people, the science and the challenges in neuroscience.Simons Foundation Biological Sciences Science
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  • Ep. 19: Stimulating the brain with Damien Fair

    Ep. 19: Stimulating the brain with Damien Fair
    Feb 3 2025

    The MacArthur Foundation “genius” discusses his return to his home state of Minnesota and why it’s important to protect the developing brain.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Season 2 of 'Synaptic' draws to a close

    Season 2 of 'Synaptic' draws to a close
    Nov 1 2024

    Season 3 will begin next year.
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    2 mins
  • Ep. 18: Timothy Ryan on his pivotal switch from studying particle physics to decoding synaptic transmission

    Ep. 18: Timothy Ryan on his pivotal switch from studying particle physics to decoding synaptic transmission
    Oct 1 2024

    Dissuaded from pursuing theoretical physics and deterred by the “long feedback loop” in experimental physics, the National Academy of Sciences member took inspiration from “polymath” Watt Webb and “visionary” Stephen Smith—and learned to work “completely outside his comfort zone.”
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    1 hr and 10 mins
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