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Neural pathways reveal a push-pull system for coordinating goal-directed behavior in mice
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Ingrid Fadelli
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Researchers at Duke University have identified specific neuron populations in the basal ganglia that coordinate goal-directed behavior in mice. This study provides new insights into how the brain tracks progress and kinematics during complex tasks.
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Understanding these neural pathways could lead to breakthroughs in treating neurological and motor disorders in humans.
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