The latest map in Science contains never-before-seen details of brain structure, including a rare but powerful set of axons ...

Forget the traditional tubular shape—researchers are investigating a pearl-on-a-string formation for axons, unlocking new ...

Axons are the cables that connect our brain tissue, enabling learning, memory and other functions,” added Watanabe. “A wider space in the axons allows ions [chemical particles] to pass through ...

Axons connect neurons across great distances in the nervous system, and this distance is a fundamental vulnerability for neurons. Maintenance of functional connectivity requires robust mechanisms for ...

Glial cells, which can be divided into several types, have various important functions, such as providing structural support, growth support, and insulation around the axon. Why must glial cells ...