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Why Humans Find Faulty Robots More Likable

Neuroscience NewsAugust 4, 2017

As social robotics is becoming more popular, researchers explore how people react to the technology. They report people show significantly stronger liking to faulty robots than those that interact perfectly. ... Read More...

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A Computer That Reads Body Language

Neuroscience NewsJuly 25, 2017

A new computer system is able to see hand poses and track multiple people in real time. Researchers say that being able to detect nuances of non-verbal communication, robots will be better able to perceive what humans around them are doing.... Read More...

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Dragonfly Brains Predict the Path of Their Prey

Neuroscience NewsJuly 25, 2017

A new study in eLife provides new insights into how complex neural processes in the brains of dragonflies allows them to predict, peruse and catch prey. The findings could prove useful in developing new innovative robot vision systems.... Read More...

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Low-Cost Smart Glove Translates American Sign Language Alphabet

Neuroscience NewsJuly 24, 2017

Researchers at UCSD have developed a new gesture recognition glove that can wirelessly translate the ASL alphabet into text. The glove can also communicate back by controlling a virtual hand and mimicking gestures.... Read More...

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Empowering Robots for Ethical Behavior

Neuroscience NewsJuly 18, 2017

A new Frontiers in Robotics and AI study outlines a concept called Empowerment that may allow robots to adhere to self preservation while serving and protecting humans.... 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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Self Learning AI Robot Hands

Neuroscience NewsJune 8, 2017

Summary: Researchers develop an AI grasping system with robotic hands that can learn to grasp and move unfamiliar objects like fruit, dishes and stuffed animals... 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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Evolutionary Algorithm Helps Replicate Brain’s Circuitry to Direct a Realistic Prosthetic Arm

Neuroscience NewsMay 11, 2017

Researchers believe the adolescent brain may be more sensitive to the effects of alcohol as it is still developing and less robust than adults' brains.... Read More...

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Live Interactions With Robots Increase Their Perceived Human Likeness

Neuroscience NewsMay 10, 2017

According to researchers, people who watch live interactions between robots and other people are more likely to consider the robot to have more humanlike qualities.... Read More...

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Hand That Sees Offers New Hope For Amputees

Neuroscience NewsMay 5, 2017

Researchers have developed a new prosthetic hand with the ability to 'see' objects. They believe their invention can allow the wearer to automatically reach for objects.... Read More...

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Your Future Surgery May Use an Automated, Robotic Drill

Neuroscience NewsMay 1, 2017

A new automated, robotic surgical drill is able to reduce procedure time from two hours to two and a half minutes for a complex cranial operation.... Read More...

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News

Probing What Fuels “Runaway Train” of Autoimmune Diseases

Which Genetic Marker Is the Ring Leader in the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Genes Fueling Neuroblastoma Spread Identified

Neuroscience

Schizophrenia and Memory Deficits: Biological Origins of Core Schizophrenia Symptoms Discovered

New Insight Into Self-Control Through Neuroimaging

Face Value: Brain’s Ability to Recognize Faces Shaped Through Repeated Exposure

Neurology

Probing What Fuels “Runaway Train” of Autoimmune Diseases

Which Genetic Marker Is the Ring Leader in the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Genes Fueling Neuroblastoma Spread Identified

Robotics

A Computer That Reads Body Language

Dragonfly Brains Predict the Path of Their Prey

Psychology

Schizophrenia and Memory Deficits: Biological Origins of Core Schizophrenia Symptoms Discovered

New Insight Into Self-Control Through Neuroimaging

Is ADHD Really a Sleep Problem?

Robotics

A Computer That Reads Body Language

Dragonfly Brains Predict the Path of Their Prey

Low-Cost Smart Glove Translates American Sign Language Alphabet

Empowering Robots for Ethical Behavior

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

Self Learning AI Robot Hands

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

Evolutionary Algorithm Helps Replicate Brain’s Circuitry to Direct a Realistic Prosthetic Arm

Live Interactions With Robots Increase Their Perceived Human Likeness

Hand That Sees Offers New Hope For Amputees

Your Future Surgery May Use an Automated, Robotic Drill

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