Neuroscience… of the bladder When we think of neuroscience, we often think of the brain. [...] But so much of neuroscience is concerned with happenings outside the brain itself. For instance, neural signaling controls and coordinates our muscle movements, alerts us when our stomach is empty, produces a physiological response to arousal, and sends a painful alarm when we damage our skin. Neural signaling is also important for telling us when it’s time to pee.

How Light Leads to Darkness: A Neural Link Between Nighttime Light and Depression Nighttime light exposure can lead to depression. A new study brings us closer to understanding why, and what we can do about it.