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The discovery of cell-type-specific gene programs that are induced in tandem with the activity of networks of neurons in the temporal cortex when it is stimulated could inform the development of therapeutic approaches using stimulation. Research Briefing 12 Aug 2026 Ultrafast temporal engineering of optical properties using terahertz light A photonic time crystal is an optical system of which properties such as its refractive index are modulated strongly and rapidly over time. One has now been obtained all-optically by delivering an intense terahertz light wave onto a material with a specialized microstructure that hosts collective waves of electrons known as plasmons. Research Briefing 12 Aug 2026 Intraspecific variation in tropical trees can drive resistance to drought Different tropical tree species can vary in their ability to withstand drought — and so too, it seems, can distinct populations of the same tree species. 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An engineering approach called control theory was used to infer people’s goals while they played a simple video game, and showed how three brain regions work together to implement goal blending. Human brain stimulation engages different gene programs in different cell types Electrical stimulation of the human brain is a promising strategy for slowing cognitive decline. The discovery of cell-type-specific gene programs that are induced in tandem with the activity of networks of neurons in the temporal cortex when it is stimulated could inform the development of therapeutic approaches using stimulation. Research Briefing 12 Aug 2026 Human brain stimulation engages different gene programs in different cell types Electrical stimulation of the human brain is a promising strategy for slowing cognitive decline. The discovery of cell-type-specific gene programs that are induced in tandem with the activity of networks of neurons in the temporal cortex when it is stimulated could inform the development of therapeutic approaches using stimulation. Ultrafast temporal engineering of optical properties using terahertz light A photonic time crystal is an optical system of which properties such as its refractive index are modulated strongly and rapidly over time. One has now been obtained all-optically by delivering an intense terahertz light wave onto a material with a specialized microstructure that hosts collective waves of electrons known as plasmons. Research Briefing 12 Aug 2026 Ultrafast temporal engineering of optical properties using terahertz light A photonic time crystal is an optical system of which properties such as its refractive index are modulated strongly and rapidly over time. 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