Understanding the animal brain could help robots wash your dishes
A biological neural network which is sculpted by evolution provides a scaffolding to facilitate quick and easy learning.... Read More...
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Researcher decodes the brain to help patients with mental illnesses
Specific algorithms and brain signatures can be used to tell when a person is focused, indicating who may be able to benefit from electrical stimulation to help boost attention. The findings could help improve a patient's ability to manage focus deficits associated with a range of mental health problems.... Read More...
Are Siri and Alexa making us ruder?
In a world of digital assistants, are we forgetting our manners? Not yet, researchers say. Using Siri and Alexas is not making adults rude. However, this may not be the case for children. Fortunately, digital assistant service provides are taking steps to reward children for general politeness.... Read More...
Non-invasive electrical stimulation alters blood flow in brain tumors
After a single session of transcranial electrical stimulation (tES), researchers noted a significant reduction in blood flow to brain tumors. However, there were no alterations in blood flow or activity in the rest of the brain. The technique may be helpful in the treatment of brain cancers such as glioblastoma.... Read More...
Machine learning decodes genetic influence over behavior
Machine learning is helping researchers uncover the genetic influence on foraging behaviors in mice.... Read More...
AI tool characterizes a song’s genre & provides insights regarding perception music
The record-breaking single 'Old Town Road' is a little bit country, a little bit rock 'n roll, according to an artificial intelligence tool. The deep learning technology also provides a broader understanding of how we perceive and process music.... Read More...
High-energy lasers could be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease in the future
Far-infrared free-electron lasers may be a new way in which we fight the effects of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report the technology can break down protein aggregates associated with the disease deep within the brain.... Read More...
The new field of sonogenetics uses sound waves to control the behavior of brain cells
A new technology known as sonogenetics can control neural activity by using sound frequencies. The technology could be used to non-invasively treat a range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease and epilepsy.... Read More...
69 genes that increase the risk for autism identified
Study identifies 69 genes linked to increased autism risk, including 16 new genes previously not believed to be associated with ASD.... Read More...
Happy? Sad? Study Uses AI to Examine What Affects Our Emotions
Using a smartwatch and new app, participants will track their emotional changes for 45 days. The app, called Mindcurrent, uses artificial intelligence to analyze emotional states and provides recommendations on how the user can elevate their mood.... Read More...
Virtual treasure hunt shows brain maps time sequence of memories
Using brain scans and virtual reality technology, researchers discover how a temporal map of memories is generated in the entorhinal cortex.... Read More...
Brain stimulation for PTSD patients
Sweat response could make brain stimulators more responsive for those with PTSD and other psychological disorders.... Read More...