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·July 16, 2015·3 min read

Learning Could Be Revolutionized by Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Technique

Researchers claim to have discovered a new technique to non-invasively enhance brain excitability which could improve learning.

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·May 5, 2015·6 min read

Transcranial Direct Current Brain Stimulation Method Detrimental to IQ Scores

A new study reports tDCS has mixed results when it comes to cognitive enhancement.

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·January 14, 2015·2 min read

Electrical Stimulation ‘Tunes’ Visual Attention Using Long Term Memory

A new study challenges current understanding of how visual attention is focused, as well as the roles of long and short term memory.

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·December 15, 2014·2 min read

Brain Stimulation May Hold Key to Treating Anxiety

tDCS may help retrain cognitive patterns associated with anxiety and depression, a new study reports.

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·March 14, 2013·5 min read

Suppressing the Brain’s “Filter” Can Improve Performance in Creative Tasks

Researchers discover reducing cognitive control can boost performance when completing creative tasks.

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·April 19, 2012·2 min read

Migraine Patients Find Pain Relief in Electrical Brain Stimulation

Chronic migraine sufferers saw significant pain relief after four weeks of electrical brain stimulation in the part of the brain...

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