Neurotechniques
In every issue, we showcase exciting technique articles from top journals. Access to featured primary research articles from journals in the Nature family is free for three months.
June 2007
Globally positioning stem cells
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A non-invasive technique images stem cell grafts in the brain.
Original research paper: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 104, 10211-10216 (2007)
CHiP off the old block
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High-throughput sequencing replaces DNA microarrays in a new variation on genome-wide mapping of transcription factor binding sites.
Original research paper: Science 316, 1497-1502 (2007)
Flies like us
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A free online resource identifies tissue-specific expression of Drosophila genes.
Original research paper: Nature Genetics 39, 715-720 (2007)
Lights, camera, action!
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Ultraviolet light alters the conformation of a glutamate analog, allowing it to bind attached receptors in a new neuron photoactivation system.
Original research paper: Neuron 54, 535-545 (2007)