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What is the function of Chemogenetics?

  • Uses chemicals to control neuron activity, allowing for longer-term effects compared to light-based methods. (correct)
  • Allows direct communication between the brain and a computer or prosthetic device.
  • Uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity, primarily used for treating depression and other neurological conditions.
  • Examines gene expression and protein composition in individual cells.

What is the function of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)?

  • A non-invasive method that uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity, primarily used for treating depression and other neurological conditions. (correct)
  • Allows direct communication between the brain and a computer or prosthetic device.
  • Uses chemicals to control neuron activity, allowing for longer-term effects compared to light-based methods.
  • Examines gene expression and protein composition in individual cells.

What is the function of Neural Interfaces (Brain-Computer Interfaces, BCI)?

  • Allows direct communication between the brain and a computer or prosthetic device. (correct)
  • A non-invasive method that uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity, primarily used for treating depression and other neurological conditions.
  • Uses chemicals to control neuron activity, allowing for longer-term effects compared to light-based methods.
  • Examines gene expression and protein composition in individual cells.

What is the function of Single-Cell Transcriptomics/Proteomics?

<p>Examines gene expression and protein composition in individual cells, helping researchers understand brain cell diversity and how cells change in different conditions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Neuroscience?

<p>Utilizes AI and machine learning to analyze and understand the brain, aiding in faster brain scan analysis, biomarker identification for diseases, and more accurate brain models. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Epigenetics in the Brain?

<p>Studies how environmental and lifestyle factors affect gene expression without changing the DNA sequence itself, offering insights into how stress, nutrition, and other external influences affect brain health and mental disorders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Imaging?

<p>A brain imaging technique that uses radioactive tracers to observe brain activity, frequently employed in research and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques utilizes light to manipulate neural activity?

<p>Optogenetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is considered non-invasive?

<p>Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following technologies is used to treat neurological disorders?

<p>Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques can be used to study the diversity of brain cells?

<p>Single-Cell Transcriptomics/Proteomics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a connectome?

<p>To understand neural connections in the brain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a brain atlas?

<p>It describes different brain cell types and their roles. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key goal of the BRAIN Initiative?

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Which of the following describes the Human Brain Project?

<p>A project integrating AI and neuroscience to study the brain. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Brain/MINDS project primarily studies what type of animal?

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What process does neurogenesis refer to?

<p>The generation of new neurons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Brain organoids are primarily used for what purpose?

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What technique allows scientists to control neuron activity with light?

<p>Optogenetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which initiative is specifically focused on understanding higher brain functions and neurodevelopmental diseases?

<p>Brain/MINDS Project (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential future application of neurogenesis is mentioned?

<p>Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Chemogenetics

Method using chemicals to manipulate neurons, similar to optogenetics.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Non-invasive technique that stimulates brain activity using magnetic fields.

Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI)

Technology allowing direct communication between brain and computer.

Single-Cell Transcriptomics

Tech examining gene expression in individual brain cells.

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Artificial Intelligence in Neuroscience

Use of AI to analyze and understand brain functions.

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Epigenetics in the Brain

Study of environmental impacts on gene expression without DNA change.

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Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Imaging

Brain imaging technique using radioactive tracers to see activity.

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Neural Interfaces

Tech enabling brain control over prosthetic devices or computers.

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Single-Cell Proteomics

Examines protein composition in individual cells for diversity research.

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Neurodegenerative Diseases

Conditions like Alzheimer’s affecting brain function and structure.

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Connectome

A complete map of all neural connections in the brain.

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Brain Atlas

A detailed map of brain cells and structures used in neuroscience research.

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BRAIN Initiative

A NIH program focused on advancing technologies to study the brain.

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Human Brain Project

A EU project combining neuroscience and AI to study the brain.

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Brain/MINDS Project

A Japanese initiative studying the brains of marmosets.

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Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain.

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Brain Organoids

Miniature brain models made from stem cells.

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Optogenetics

A technique using light to control neuron activity.

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Study Notes

Connectome

  • A complete map of all neural connections in the brain.
  • Shows how neurons and brain regions connect.
  • Understanding consciousness, memory, and mental processes is a goal.

Brain Atlas

  • A detailed map of brain cells and structures.
  • Used in neuroscience research.
  • Guides understanding of brain cell types and roles.
  • Helps understand what makes the human brain unique.

BRAIN Initiative

  • A research program focused on studying the brain using advanced technology.
  • Funds research on brain imaging, neural mapping, and brain-computer interfaces.

Human Brain Project

  • A European Union project integrating neuroscience and artificial intelligence.
  • Aims to create simulated brain models for studying brain disorders.

Brain/MINDS Project

  • A Japanese neuroscience initiative focusing on marmoset brains.
  • Marmosets' similar brain structures are used as models for higher brain function and neurodevelopmental diseases.

Neurogenesis

  • The process of generating new neurons.
  • Some research suggests neurogenesis continues in the adult human brain.
  • May lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

Brain Organoids

  • Miniature brain models made from stem cells.
  • Used to study brain development and neurodegenerative diseases.
  • Potential for repairing damaged brain tissue.

Optogenetics

  • Uses light to control neuron activity.
  • Used to activate or deactivate specific neurons to study their functions.

Chemogenetics

  • Uses chemicals to manipulate neuron activity.
  • Provides longer-lasting control over neural circuits.
  • Useful for studying behavior and brain disorders.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

  • Uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity.
  • Non-invasive method used to treat and research cognitive function.

Neural Interfaces (BCI)

  • Technology allowing direct communication between the brain and computers or devices.
  • Enables people with paralysis to control artificial limbs or communicate.

Single-Cell Transcriptomics/Proteomics

  • Examines gene expression and protein composition in individual cells.
  • Helps understand brain cell diversity in different conditions, like neurodegenerative diseases.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Neuroscience

  • Uses AI and machine learning to understand the brain.
  • Speeds up brain scan analysis, identifies disease biomarkers, and creates brain models.

Epigenetics in the Brain

  • Study of how environmental, lifestyle factors affect gene expression without changing DNA.
  • Explains how influences like stress and diet affect brain health and mental disorders.

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Imaging

  • Brain imaging technique using radioactive tracers to observe brain activity.
  • Used to diagnose and research neurological disorders like Alzheimer's.

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