FeaturedNeuroscience·May 22, 2024·3 min readHigh BMI Shrinks White Matter in BrainA new study finds that high cumulative BMI is linked to smaller brain volume, increased white matter lesions, and abnormal brain structure. These negative effects are especially pronounced in adults under 45 and over 60. Maintaining a BMI below 26.2 is recommended for optimal brain health.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 16, 2024·5 min readHigh BMI Linked to Weak Smell-Eating Circuit in BrainA new study reveals a novel brain circuit linking the sense of smell and eating behavior. The weaker the connection between these regions, the higher a person's Body Mass Index (BMI).Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·August 21, 2023·7 min readDecoding Music from the MindResearchers played Pink Floyd's “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 1,” to patients, recording the brain's electrical activity. The objective was to reconstruct what the patients were hearing.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 6, 2023·5 min readAdvancing the Way for the Brain to Be Able to Control Devices in Real TimeResearchers investigate brain region synchronization in order to assist control of brain-machine interfaces.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 19, 2023·7 min readNeural Prosthesis Uses Brain Activity to Decode SpeechA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 14, 2023·6 min readClinical Trial Results Indicate Low Rate of Adverse Events Associated With Implanted Brain Computer InterfaceStudy reports that implanted brain-computer interfaces are similar in safety to more conventional brain implants used to manage neurodegenerative disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 15, 2022·3 min readPatterns of Lifespan Weight Gain and Loss May Predict Dementia RiskChanges in body weight over a person's lifetime may predict dementia later in life, a new study reveals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroethicsNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·December 10, 2022·7 min readBrain-Computer Interfaces Could Allow Soldiers to Control Weapons With Their Thoughts and Turn Off Their FearBrain-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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·November 18, 2022·5 min readWith Training, People in Mind-Controlled Wheelchairs Can Navigate Normal, Cluttered SpacesNew 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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 14, 2022·4 min readBrain-Machine Interface Device Predicts Internal SpeechA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·April 14, 2022·2 min readExercise May Protect Brain Volume by Keeping Insulin and BMI Levels LowThe role exercise plays in maintaining insulin levels and BMI may help protect brain volume and stave off dementia in older adults.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 27, 2022·3 min readMany Adults Inaccurately Perceive Their Own BMI and Body SizeStudy finds less than 2/3 of people can correctly estimate their BMI, and less than half of people can identify their body size.Read More