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·March 6, 2023·5 min read

Advancing the Way for the Brain to Be Able to Control Devices in Real Time

Researchers investigate brain region synchronization in order to assist control of brain-machine interfaces.

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·January 19, 2023·7 min read

Neural Prosthesis Uses Brain Activity to Decode Speech

A newly developed machine learning model can predict the words a person is about to speak based on their neural activity recorded by a minimally invasive neuroprosthetic device.

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·January 14, 2023·6 min read

Clinical Trial Results Indicate Low Rate of Adverse Events Associated With Implanted Brain Computer Interface

Study reports that implanted brain-computer interfaces are similar in safety to more conventional brain implants used to manage neurodegenerative disorders.

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·December 15, 2022·3 min read

Patterns of Lifespan Weight Gain and Loss May Predict Dementia Risk

Changes in body weight over a person's lifetime may predict dementia later in life, a new study reveals.

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·December 10, 2022·7 min read

Brain-Computer Interfaces Could Allow Soldiers to Control Weapons With Their Thoughts and Turn Off Their Fear

Brain-computer interfaces are currently being used to assist those with neuromuscular disorders in regaining everyday functions such as mobility and communication. The military is developing BCI technology to aid members in rapid response to threats. Researchers investigate the ethical questions of using neurotech such as BCI on the battle field.

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·November 18, 2022·5 min read

With Training, People in Mind-Controlled Wheelchairs Can Navigate Normal, Cluttered Spaces

New brain-machine interface technology allows those who are immobile to control their wheelchairs through mind control. The BMI allows users to traverse natural and cluttered environments after training.

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·November 14, 2022·4 min read

Brain-Machine Interface Device Predicts Internal Speech

A new brain-machine interface is the most accurate to date at predicting a person's internal monologue. The technology could be used to assist those with disorders affecting speech to effectively communicate.

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·April 14, 2022·2 min read

Exercise May Protect Brain Volume by Keeping Insulin and BMI Levels Low

The role exercise plays in maintaining insulin levels and BMI may help protect brain volume and stave off dementia in older adults.

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·January 27, 2022·3 min read

Many Adults Inaccurately Perceive Their Own BMI and Body Size

Study finds less than 2/3 of people can correctly estimate their BMI, and less than half of people can identify their body size.

Featured Neuroscience

·August 22, 2021·4 min read

Earbuds That Read Your Mind

Retrofitting wireless earbuds to detect neural signals and relaying the data back to smartphones via Bluetooth, researchers say the new earEEG system could have multiple applications, including health monitoring.

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·August 15, 2021·4 min read

High BMI Causes Depression, Both Physical and Social Factors Play a Role

Both physical and social factors play significant roles in depression and reports of poor wellbeing associated with obesity.

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·May 19, 2021·6 min read

A Complex Link Between Body Mass Index and Alzheimer’s

While there is an association between obesity during midlife and an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, researchers say the link doesn't necessarily extend into later life. A new study revealed higher genetic risk for Alzheimer's and lower BMI, especially in older men, was linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease and predicted the disease progression.

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BMI

Advancing the Way for the Brain to Be Able to Control Devices in Real Time

Neural Prosthesis Uses Brain Activity to Decode Speech

Clinical Trial Results Indicate Low Rate of Adverse Events Associated With Implanted Brain Computer Interface

Patterns of Lifespan Weight Gain and Loss May Predict Dementia Risk

Brain-Computer Interfaces Could Allow Soldiers to Control Weapons With Their Thoughts and Turn Off Their Fear

With Training, People in Mind-Controlled Wheelchairs Can Navigate Normal, Cluttered Spaces

Brain-Machine Interface Device Predicts Internal Speech

Exercise May Protect Brain Volume by Keeping Insulin and BMI Levels Low

Many Adults Inaccurately Perceive Their Own BMI and Body Size

Earbuds That Read Your Mind

A Complex Link Between Body Mass Index and Alzheimer’s

Inhale, Exhale, Remember: Uncovering the Breath-Memory Connection

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The DNA of Decision-Making

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