AutismFeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·March 31, 2019·3 min readVirtual reality could be used to treat autism, schizophrenia and Parkinson’sVirtual reality can help recalibrate time perception and sensorimotor actions. Researchers believe the technology could help in the treatment of ASD, Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·March 19, 2019·6 min readIt’s no Fortnite, but it’s helping stroke survivors move againIntegrating a myoelectric computer interface device with a customized video game helps stroke survivors to improve mobility and arm function.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 25, 2019·4 min readMemories of Movement are Replayed Randomly During SleepA new study reveals hippocampal place cells randomly replay firing patterns during sleep, helping the brain to consolidate movement memories.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 13, 2019·3 min readMovement Impairments in Autism Could Be ReversibleThe study suggests motor learning difficulties can be reversed through behavioral training.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 12, 2019·3 min readMore is Better When Coordinating with OthersAccording to researchers, physical coordination is more beneficial in larger groups. The findings could help improve current physical rehabilitation techniques by training patients in groups to improve movement skills.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 11, 2019·5 min readRats in Augmented Reality Help Show How the Brain Determines LocationUsing augmented reality, researchers discover how rats recalibrate learned relationships between a landmark, speed, distance and time to create a locational 'map' in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 7, 2019·3 min readHow the Brain Prepares For ActionResearchers have identified the neural processes that occur milliseconds before we execute a series of skilled movements.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 18, 2019·4 min readMoving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From DementiaAccording to researchers, older adults who move more than average may be better protected from dementia symptoms. The study reports physical activity helps maintain cognitive skills when there are signs of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 18, 2019·3 min readHow Musicians Communicate Non-Verbally During PerformanceFitting musicians with motion capture sensors and applying mathematical techniques, researchers discover how musicians communicate non-verbally while performing different pieces of music.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 14, 2019·6 min readPioneering Surgery Restores Movement in Children Paralyzed by Acute Flaccid MyelitisResearchers have developed a new and innovative surgery that involves the transfer of nerves to help restore movement to children suffering paralysis as a result of contracting AFM.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 4, 2018·4 min readVirtual Reality Brings Jedi Powers to Life with Force PushResearchers say Force Push will give users the ability to move distant objects using an approach for remote object manipulation in virtual reality.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 30, 2018·4 min readBabies Kicking in the Womb Are Creating a Map of Their BodiesA new study reports kicks and movements of unborn babies in the womb allow the child to map their bodies and assist in the eventual exploration of their surroundings.Read More
