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brain regions
Coverage of brain regions in the Nexus archive.
- Astrocytes connect specific brain regions through plastic networks
A study published in Nature on April 22, 2026, reveals that astrocytes form plastic networks of gap junction-coupled cells to mediate communication between distant brain regions. The research highlights the role of these astrocytic networks in connecting specific brain areas.
- Dad brains: How fatherhood rewires the male mind
Fatherhood triggers neurological and hormonal changes in men's brains, similar to those in pregnant women, enhancing empathy and caregiving abilities. These changes help fathers adapt to childcare responsibilities and strengthen family bonds.