Different aspects of thermal stimuli, such as speed and intensity, are detected by distinct TRP channel-based mechanisms, with TRPV1 and TRPM2 playing unique roles in warmth perception and thermal decision-making.
Bumblebees refine visual discrimination through selective and structured scanning, demonstrating a dynamic interplay between movement and perception in pattern recognition.
Julieta Gomez-Frittelli, Gabrielle Frederique Devienne ... Julia A Kaltschmidt
Cadherin-6 (Cdh6) marks gut-intrinsic sensory neurons, and optogenetic activation of Cdh6+ sensory neurons is sufficient to evoke colonic motor complexes.
CCR5 antagonists show promise for stroke cerebroprotection and recovery, although further preclinical evidence in clinically relevant domains could strengthen support for clinical translation.
Damian Koevoet, Laura Van Zantwijk ... Christoph Strauch
Humans optimize effort expenditure even at the level of eye movements by choosing affordable eye movements over costly alternatives and adjusting gaze behavior based on task demands.
