Xenopus tadpole brain circuitry

Xenopus tadpole brain circuitry 08/24/2017 01:08 PM EDT Researchers found that tadpoles use the optic tectum region of their brain to determine that something is approaching and avoid collision. The finding helps scientists better understand how different neurons work together to control simple behavior in many animals. More about this ... This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item.   Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111