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Applications for 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 are now open! Apply at camp.iiserpune.ac.in. Application Deadline: 30th April, 2026 #CAMP2026 #NeuroscienceMeetings .

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Proud to share that Dr. Sourav Banerjee from BRIC–NBRC received the HFSP Accelerator Grant to study molecular memory in single cells. This international project will use RNA-seq from living neuron and capture “RNA barcodes” encoding “synthetic memory” across scales, opening new directions for therapies targeting metabolic and immune disorders. @HFSP @DrJitendraSingh @DBTIndia @BricDbt @rajesh_gokhale @DrSagarSengupta #HFSP #Research #Biotechnology #SingleCell #RNAseq

✨ Women in Science Spotlight This March, we celebrate the inspiring women advancing neuroscience at BRIC-NBRC. Dr Soumya Iyengar, Scientist-VII, explores how the brain learns to communicate. Using the songbird model, her research uncovers the neural basis of vocal learning and social behaviour, helping us understand how complex communication emerges in the brain. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInSTEM #Neuroscience @DrJitendraSingh @DBTIndia @BricDbt @rajesh_gokhale @DrSagarSengupta

Congratulations to Dr Anindya Ghosh Roy Lab on their Journal of Neuroscience cover feature 🧠 📄 Read the article: jneurosci.org/content/46/9/e… @GhoshRoyLab @SfNJournals @DBTIndia @BricDbt @India_Alliance @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @DrSagarSengupta #Neuroscience #AxonRegeneration #Exercise

It is our pleasure to see our article on the cover of @SfNJournals. Great cover art and project by @windowofnature. A new direction in the lab linking physical exercise to nerve regeneration. @DBT_NBRC @DBTIndia @India_Alliance. Original article: jneurosci.org/content/46/9/e…

Congratulations to @singhpallavi96 for a successful defence of her thesis ✨🎉🎈🥳…A thesis loaded with lots of good stuff.. new methods, discovery and lots of new questions for the field.. a paper on the way (waiting to see online) 🤞 @DBT_NBRC

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How animals detect the Earth’s magnetic field remains a mystery in sensory biology. In a new Science study, researchers used whole brain activity mapping, tissue clearing, and light sheet microscopy to identify neuronal populations activated by magnetic stimuli in the pigeon. t.co/DV1MEXigKV

📢 UGC Updates UGC has requested Higher Education Institutions to observe Veer Baal Diwas 2025 on 26 December, highlighting the importance of nurturing young minds and honouring the courage, creativity, and resilience of children. HEIs are encouraged to organize activities such as knowledge-based games, debates, skits, slogan writing, rallies, group discussions, and sports activities, and to promote youth engagement aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat. Read the UGC Letter: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/852925… #UGC #VeerBaalDiwas2025 #YouthEngagement #HigherEducation #UGCUpdates

Day 2 at @IISF2025: BRIC-DBT Secretary visited the @BRIC_NBRC stall and observed the enthusiasm of visitors. Kids, students and adults were highly inquisitive during the brain demonstration, eager to understand how the brain works. @BricDbt @DBTIndia @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @gariimadbt @DrSagarSengupta @PsethNbrc

Delighted to share that @BRIC_NBRC has been featured in The Hindu! The article recognises NBRC as one of India’s foremost centres driving neuroscience and neurotechnology research — a strong foundation for advancing a national BCI mission. thehindu.com/sci-tech/scien… @PMOIndia @PrinSciAdvGoI @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @DBTIndia @DrSagarSengupta @PsethNbrc

Our interactive Brain🧠 Demo was a total showstopper ✨sparking curiosity, questions and “wow” moments among students, teachers and science enthusiasts.

Four power-packed days of Team @DBT_NBRC at @IISF2025 come to an inspiring close in Panchkula. @DBTIndia @PsethNbrc @DhananjayHuilg1 @unescorcb

Huge thanks to everyone who visited @DBT_NBRC stall @IISF2025 and joined us in exploring the incredible world of the human brain. @BricDbt @DBTIndia @IISF2025 @Vibha_Chd @unescorcb @FollowDbtNibmg @iitmpune @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @DrSagarSengupta #scienceforall

DBT-NBRC stall at @IISF2025 drew crowds of all ages with interactive brain demos, including a real human brain exhibit, sparking curiosity on how the brain works in health & disease—perfectly embodying ‘Science for All’ #AtmanirbharBharat @DBT_NBRC @IISF2025 @PsethNbrc

Can internet use become addictive? A 2022 #SciencePerspective discusses the addictive potential of the internet and how it can be best conceptualized and evaluated. Learn more: scim.ag/3Kn2Zmw #ScienceMagArchives

A simple guide to what exercise does to your brain Exercise isn’t just about muscles; it’s one of the most powerful tools for brain health. Every workout sends chemical signals and blood flow to your brain that sharpen thinking, boost mood, and protect neurons. Here’s how: 1️⃣ Sharper Focus & Motivation Exercise releases norepinephrine and dopamine, improving attention, perception, drive, and learning. 🟢 Example: That “clear-headed” feeling after a run isn’t random, it’s brain chemistry. 2️⃣ Better Mood & Stress Relief Serotonin rises, enhancing mood and reducing anxiety. Endorphins & enkephalins dull pain and create a sense of well-being (“runner’s high”). 🟢 Example: A brisk walk can boost serotonin almost as effectively as some mood interventions. 3️⃣ Neuron Growth & Repair Exercise stimulates BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) — a growth factor that protects neurons, repairs them after stress, and grows new connections. 🟢 Example: Think of BDNF as “fertilizer” for brain cells. 4️⃣ Stronger Memory & Learning With consistent exercise, the hippocampus (key for memory and learning) grows larger and works more efficiently. 🟢 Example: Regular cardio has been shown to preserve memory with age. 5️⃣ More Oxygen & Nutrients Increased blood flow delivers fuel and removes waste, keeping brain cells healthier for longer. 🟢 Example: This is one reason exercise reduces risk of neurodegenerative disease. Exercise is a full-brain workout. It boosts focus, mood, memory, and resilience - while protecting neurons from stress and aging. Every time you move, your brain thanks you.

#Neuroimaging Conference @DBT_NBRC sponsored by @DBTIndia @ANRFIndia kickstarted with keynote lecture by Prof Jagannathan. Experts from India, Germany, USA, Denmark come together for 3 day conference for updates on neuroimaging tools. @rajesh_gokhale @DrJitendraSingh @gariimadbt

Deeply engaging experience with non-scientists who were keen to learn how human brain functions in healthy and diseased condition. Notice the inquisitiveness on face of each individual who visited @DBT_NBRC stall @IISF2025 in Panchkula @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @DBTIndia