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National Institute on Aging
...ssociated with growing older, in order to extend the healthy, active years of life. ...skilled research scientists in aging; and disseminating information about aging and advances in research to the public, health care professionals, and the

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Mark Mattson
...asticity]], [[neuroprotection]], and the role of metabolic stress in brain aging. ...ctoral work laid the foundation for his future research endeavors in brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases.

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Memory and aging
'''Memory and Aging''' ...] and aging, including the types of memory most affected, potential causes of memory decline, and strategies to mitigate age-related memory loss.

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Elkhonon Goldberg
...k University School of Medicine]], and a Diplomate of The [[American Board of Professional Psychology]] in Clinical Neuropsychology. ...udied at Moscow State University with Alexander Luria, one of the founders of neuropsychology. After emigrating to the United States, he completed a post

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The Journals of Gerontology
...SA), a leading interdisciplinary organization dedicated to the advancement of gerontological research, education, and practice. ...Gerontology comprise two main sections, each covering different aspects of aging research:

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Baycrest Health Sciences
...esearch, particularly in the areas of memory and cognitive function in the aging population. ...man Research Institute in 1989, which is dedicated to studies on cognitive neuroscience.

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Carl Cotman
...d brain aging. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on synaptic plasticity, neurotrophins, ...ifornia, Irvine]] (UCI), where he focused on the neurochemical foundations of the brain and behavior.

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Cognitive function
'''Cognitive Function''' refers to a range of high-level brain functions including the ability to learn and remember info ...nipulation of information taken in through the senses to produce some kind of knowledge. Cognitive functions include perception, attention, memory, motor

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Marian Diamond
...ce, a concept that has profound implications for education, parenting, and aging. ..., in 1948. She went on to receive her Ph.D. in anatomy from the University of California, San Francisco, in 1953.

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FreeSurfer
...'''FreeSurfer''' is a software package for the analysis and visualization of structural and functional [[neuroimaging]] data from [[cross-sectional]] an ...roscience]] and [[neuroimaging]] communities for studying brain disorders, aging, and development.

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Neurogenetics
...nd function of the brain and nervous system. It combines aspects of both [[neuroscience]] and genetics, specifically focusing on how the genetic code an organism c ...ction of the nervous system. It considers how genes influence the behavior of neurons, how genes drive neural development, and their impact on neurologic

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Cortical map
...ation of the brain. The cortical map is often used to illustrate the areas of the brain responsible for specific cognitive, sensory, and motor functions. ...ng language. The cortical map is a way of representing the different areas of the cortex and their associated functions. This map is often divided into [

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Eyeblink conditioning
...n both humans and animals, providing valuable insights into the mechanisms of learning and memory. ...form of conditioning is a powerful tool for studying the neural substrates of learning and memory, as it involves a simple, measurable response and can b

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Inner hair cells
.... They are primarily responsible for transducing the mechanical vibrations of sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the [[brain] ...ocilia, which are small hair-like projections that respond to the movement of fluid within the cochlea.

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Brain connectivity estimators
...ial in the field of [[neuroscience]] for understanding how different parts of the brain communicate with each other, both in healthy and pathological con ...phy (EEG)]] by assessing the correlation or coherence between the activity of different brain regions during rest or task performance.

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Neuroplasticity
...|year=2003|isbn=9780060988470}}</ref>. It involves changes in many aspects of the brain, including adjustments to structure, function, and operation. == Types of Neuroplasticity ==

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David Perlmutter
...r his advocacy of a [[low-carbohydrate diet]] and his belief in the impact of gut health on the brain's well-being. ...est in [[neuroscience]]. He then attended the [[University of Miami School of Medicine]] for his medical degree, specializing in [[neurology]].

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Monell Chemical Senses Center
...was established with the aim of understanding the mechanisms and functions of the chemical senses to benefit human health and well-being. ...n [[nutrition]], [[aging]], disease, and [[behavior]], and the development of these senses in infants and children.

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Dihydrotetrabenazine
...ular monoamine transporter 2]] (VMAT2), which is crucial for the transport of [[neurotransmitters]] like [[dopamine]], [[serotonin]], and [[norepinephrin ...MAT2, distinguishing it from other compounds that may have a broader range of targets.

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Eric R. Braverman
...iplines to optimize patient health. His approach emphasizes the importance of the brain in regulating bodily functions and in achieving a balance between ...onnections between different medical specialties, particularly the role of neuroscience in general health.

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