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Polio-Like Disease in Children

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 8, 2017

A new study reviews the cases of two children who presented polio-like symptoms in Germany during the summer of 2016. Similar cases have been reported in the US and numerous other countries over the past few years.... Read More...

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The Neural Codes for Body Movements

Neuroscience NewsJuly 23, 2017

Researchers uncover how the posterior parietal cortex encodes and organizes information about body movement. ... Read More...

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Who Is Responsible If a Brain-Controlled Robot Drops a Baby?

Neuroscience NewsJune 30, 2017

As brain controlled robots and neuroprosthetics are rapidly growing in popularity, researchers impress the need to create guidelines to help insure safe and beneficial use of brain machine interactions. ... Read More...

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Mind Controlled Device Helps Stroke Patients Retrain Brain to Move Paralyzed Hands

Neuroscience NewsMay 27, 2017

Researchers use BCI and exoskeleton technology to allow people with paralyzed hands following stroke to regain movement and control of their limb.... Read More...

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Motor Neurons Adjust to Control Tasks

Neuroscience NewsApril 18, 2017

Findings enhance understanding how the brain controls movement.... Read More...

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Altering The Immune System to Reverse Paralysis: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsApril 3, 2017

An experimental treatment can generate immune cells that migrate to the brain and prevent attacks against myelin, allowing mice the ability to regain walking skills.... Read More...

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Man Moves Paralyzed Legs Using Device That Stimulates Spinal Cord

Neuroscience NewsApril 3, 2017

A new study reports researchers have successfully used electrical stimulation on the spinal cord of a paralyzed patient to allow him to stand, move his legs and make stepping motions.... Read More...

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Brain Computer Interface Advance Allows Fast and Accurate Typing By People With Paralysis

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 21, 2017

New advances in brain computer interface technology allows three people with movement impairments to control a cursor by imagining their hand movements.... Read More...

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