Microglia: Key Mediators of rTMS-Induced Brain Plasticity
In our new review, we explore how repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)—a non-invasive technique that uses magnetic fields to stimulate…
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Welcome Reception for Prof. Dr. Alberto Catanese
On the occasion of his appointment to the W3 Professorship in Anatomy with a focus on Neuromodulation, we warmly welcomed…
Joint Human Brain Anatomy Course 2025 – University of Basel & University of Freiburg
The Neuroanatomical Departments of the University of Basel and the University of Freiburg are offering a joint Human Brain Anatomy…
Farewell and Gratitude: Ulrich-Sven Nöller
On December 19, 2024, we had the pleasure of celebrating Ulrich-Sven Nöller’s incredible 21-year journey with us. Over the years,…
Farewell and Gratitude: Günter Frank
On November 29, 2024, we said a heartfelt goodbye to Günter Frank as he retired after an extraordinary 40 years…
Tetrodotoxin and Synaptic Plasticity: Uncovering Molecular Targets for Neural Adaptation
Understanding how the brain adapts to changes in activity is crucial for insights into neural health and disease. Homeostatic synaptic…
Upcoming Doctoral Defense: Pia Kruse on Homeostatic Synaptic Plasticity in Mice and Humans
We are pleased to announce that on Friday, November 29, 2024, doctoral candidate Pia Kruse will present her dissertation research…
Clinical Parameters Affect Pyramidal Neurons in the Human Neocortex
Neuronal adaptability, or plasticity, is fundamental to how the human brain processes and responds to changes throughout life. Within the…
Ammonium Chloride Disrupts Synaptic Transmission: The Role of Astrocytes in Hyperammonemia-Induced Neurotoxicity
In our latest study, we demonstrate that ammonium chloride (NH4Cl) significantly reduces excitatory synaptic transmission onto CA1 pyramidal neurons in…
Amelie Eichler Receives Young Talent Award of Anatomical Society
We are proud to announce that Amelie Eichler has received this year’s Young Talent Award of the Anatomical Society (Nachwuchspreis…