FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 2, 2011To Relieve Back Aches, Cornell Researchers Create Bioengineered Spinal Disc ImplantsEvery year, millions of people contend with lower back and neck discomfort. With intent to ease their pain, Cornell University... Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedGeneticsNeuroethicsNeurology·December 7, 2011Changes in Bioelectric Signals Cause Tadpoles to Grow Eyes in Back, TailResearchers discover that changes in bioelectric signals cause tadpoles to grow eyes in back, tail For the first time, scientists... Read More
artificial intelligenceFeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosRobotics·July 13, 2012Controlling Your Computer With Your EyesMillions of people suffering from multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries or amputees could soon interact with their computers and surroundings using just their eyes, thanks to a new device that costs less than £40 (~$63). Read More
FeaturedGenetics·February 11, 2013Researchers Uncover Genetic Clues Which may Lead to Better Understanding of Organ Development and Birth DefectsResearchers have discovered clues to the development of the head at the cellular level, which could point scientists to a better understanding of how organs and birth defects form in humans. Read More
FeaturedGenetics·February 18, 2013Stem Cell Based Bioartificial Tissues and OrgansKnown for successfully transplanting a bioengineered stem cell-based trachea, surgeon Paolo Macchiarini plans to use his technique to recreate more complex tissue. He has recently made attempts to regenerate brain tissue in rats and mice. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 19, 2013Haste and Waste on Neuronal PathwaysResearchers were able to measure the speed of neuronal signal conduction along segments of single axons in neuronal cultures by using a high-resolution electrical method. Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 23, 2013Controlling Genes with LightNew technology can rapidly halt or start the expression of genes by shining a light on the cells. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosRobotics·August 12, 2013Robot Uses Steerable Needles to Treat Brain ClotsResearchers develop a steerable needle robot which can penetrate the brain and suction away blood clots. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 19, 2013Building Better Brain Implants: The Challenge of LongevityNew brain implant technologies could help bioengineers create a device which can withstand the physiological conditions in the brain on a long-term basis. Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 9, 2013New Strategy Lets Cochlear Implant Users Hear MusicResearchers have developed a new way of processing signals in cochlear implants to help users hear music better. Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·August 11, 2014Bioengineers Create Functional 3D Brain-Like TissueResearchers created 3D brain-like tissue which functions like, and has similar structural features to, tissue in rat brains. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceRobotics·October 2, 2014NIH Taps Lab to Develop Sophisticated Electrode Array System to Monitor Brain ActivityResearchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have been awarded an NIH grant to help develop an electrode array system which will help scientists better understand how the brain works. Read More
