FeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2013‘Good Vibrations’! Brain Ultrasound Improves MoodResearchers have investigated transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) for modulating mental states in human volunteers suffering from chronic pain. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceneurotech·May 31, 2019A small electrical zap to the brain could help you retrieve a forgotten memoryUsing non-invasive transcranial direct current stimulation to target the left rostrolateral prefrontal cortex improves memory retrieval. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 17, 2019Alzheimer’s memory loss reversed by new head device using electromagnetic wavesA new, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment shows promise in enhancing memories and cognitive function in those with Alzheimer's disease. Transcranial electromagnetic treatment (TEMT) increases functional connectivity within the cingulate cortex. TEMT is also able to penetrate the brain to break up amyloid-beta and tau deposits, slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 15, 2018Brain Networks Responsible for Naming Objects IdentifiedResearchers have identified specific brain networks that helps us associate objects with their names. The study sheds light on how the brain connects meaning to words and could help explain why people with neurodegenerative diseases often have problems naming every day objects. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 3, 2018Brain Stimulation Decreases Intent to Commit AssaultA new study reveals the desire to carry our physical or sexual assault can be curbed with the help of tDCS. The brain stimulation technique also increases the perception in potential offenders that such violence is morally wrong. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 14, 2016Brain Stimulation Enhances CreativityAccording to researchers, transcranial direct current stimulation can enhance your ability to think creatively. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencevisual neuroscience·May 28, 2019Brain stimulation enhances visual learning speed and efficiencyTranscranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) helps boost visual learning in patients with chronic cortical blindness, leading to a recovery in motion processing within 10 days of exposure. The effects of the tRNS treatment appear to last for at least six months. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 1, 2018Brain Stimulation Helps Younger, Not Older, Adults’ MemoryContrary to existing thought, researchers report transcranial direct current stimulation is not as effective at improving memory in older people as it is in younger adults. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 11, 2019Brain stimulation improves depression symptoms, restores brain waves in clinical studyTranscranial alternating current brain stimulation (tACS) significantly reduced symptoms in people diagnosed with major depressive disorder in a pilot clinical trial. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 28, 2017Brain Stimulation Improves Schizophrenia-Like Cognitive ProblemsResearchers report stimulating the cerebellum of rats with schizophrenia like cognitive problems helps to normalize brain activity in the frontal cortex and correct the rat's ability to estimate the passage of time. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 10, 2018Brain Stimulation Improves Word Recall in Severe EpilepsyStimulating specific regions of the brain can help to improve memory and word recall in those with severe epilepsy, a new Nature Communications study reports. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 21, 2018Brain Stimulation May Reduce Food Cravings as Obesity TreatmentAccording to researchers, high frequency dTMS increased beta endorphin levels, producing heightened feelings of reward following food ingestion. Researchers report this form of non-invasive brain stimulation could help alter food cravings in obese people. Read More
