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·November 4, 2014·4 min read

ALS: Crunching Clinical Data by Weight of Numbers

Researchers organize a crowdsourcing challenge to help identify new algorithms which could expedite effective therapies for ALS.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 11, 2017·8 min read

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

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.

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Featured Neurology

·April 3, 2017·5 min read

Man Moves Paralyzed Legs Using Device That Stimulates Spinal Cord

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.