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·April 10, 2019·4 min read

New quantum material could warn of neurological disease

A new quantum sensor is able to automatically receive hydrogen when placed beneath a brain slice. Researchers say this could be the first step in creating a pathway that builds a computer device to store and transfer real memories, in essence, allowing for the 'upload' of memory.

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·November 21, 2018·7 min read

Brain Computer Interface Enables People with Paralysis to Control Tablets

Researchers report a brain computer interface can enable those with paralysis to directly operate tablet technology just by thinking about cursor movements and clicks.

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·September 26, 2018·5 min read

Unlocking the Secret of How the Brain Encodes Speech

Researchers report the brain controls speech production in a similar manner to how it controls the production of arm and hand movements. The findings could help to build better speech decoders for BMI, helping those who are unable to speak to find their voice.

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·May 22, 2018·6 min read

New Tech May Make Prosthetic Hands Easier for Patients to Use

A new technology for decoding neuromuscular signals may help make prosthetic hands easier for patients to use, researchers report.

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·May 10, 2018·2 min read

Ultrasound Helmet Would Make Live Images, Brain Machine Interface Possible

Vanderbilt researchers have been awarded a new grant to develop a novel brain machine interface that utilizes both an ultrasound helmet and EEG.

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·February 16, 2018·5 min read

Mental Rehearsal Prepares Our Brains For Real World Actions

A Neuron study reports brain machine interface technology may shed light on how mentally running through a routine improves performance.

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·February 5, 2018·3 min read

That’s Music To My Brain

A new study reveals machine learning technology is able to analyze brain activity and determine which piece of music a person is listening to.

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·January 29, 2018·2 min read

Taking the Leap: What Happens in the Brain Before a Bungee Jump?

University of Tübingen researchers have measured the readiness potential and brain activity in people prior to embarking on a 192 meter bungee jump.

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·December 8, 2017·5 min read

Electrical Stimulation in Brain Bypasses Senses and Instructs Movement

University of Rochester researchers report low levels of electrical stimulation delivered to areas of the brain responsible for movement can instruct an appropriate response, replacing signals for sensory processing.

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·December 4, 2017·4 min read

Advances to Brain-Interface Technology Provide Clearer Insight Into Visual System Than Ever Before

Researchers report a new EEG system is capable of capturing more information from the visual cortex than previous versions of the same system.

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·November 27, 2017·4 min read

Amputees Can Learn to Control a Robotic Arm with Their Minds

Researchers report amputees are able to control a robotic arm with help of brain implants and BMI technology. The study details how brain areas that control both the intact arm and amputated limb can create new connections and learn to control the robotic arm, even years following the loss of a limb.

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·November 20, 2017·7 min read

Schizophrenia Originates Early in Pregnancy

Using mini-brains grown in the lab, researchers have discovered schizophrenia likely begins toward the end of the first trimester of fetal development. Researchers believe, based on their findings, schizophrenia could potentially be treated in utero.