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·September 27, 2017·6 min read

Modeling Brain Connections to Understand Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers have created computer models of the neural connections in both health brains and brains of people suffering from Parkinson's disease.

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·August 17, 2017·4 min read

Computer Approaches Human Skill for First Time in Mapping Brain

Washington State University researchers have developed a computer algorithm that can accurately map brain networks from electronic microscopy images.

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·June 20, 2017·5 min read

Human Voices Are Unique, But We’re Not That Good at Recognizing Them

When it comes to recognizing different human voices, people often have a very hard time, researchers report.

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·January 4, 2017·5 min read

Evolving Deep Brain Stimulation Patterns

Researchers have optimized deep brain stimulation patterns with the help of a new computer algorithm, to help conserve energy and reduce the need for replacement batteries in those with DBS implants.

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·October 3, 2016·5 min read

Turning to the Brain to Reboot Computing

Researchers explore neural computing to extend Moore's Law.

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Featured Neuroscience

·June 22, 2016·5 min read

Making Computers Reason and Learn by Analogy

Researchers use cognitive science theories to develop a new model that could allow computers to obtain the ability to reason more like humans and to make moral decisions.