Researchers have identified a network of connections between the brainstem and spinal cord that enables people to grasp, hold ...

Researchers identify a conserved brainstem and spinal cord pathway (C3-C4) that controls voluntary hand movements in both mice and humans.

A new study by neuroscientists shows that our brain deals with different forms of visual uncertainty during movements in distinct ways. Depending on the type of uncertainty, planning and execution of ...

Neurons deep in the brain not only help to initiate movement -- they also actively suppress it, and with astonishing precision. The findings are especially relevant for better understanding ...

A new study shows macaque species with more tolerant social systems have larger brain regions linked to emotions and social signals.

One of the more encouraging findings out of the Rush study is that although the benefits were greater when someone seeks out ...

Imagine waking up thirsty at night and having to reach for a glass of water in the dark. Without a clear view, your brain has to estimate where the glass is and where your hand is - a challenge that ...