A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk
AI-controlled robotic limb driven by animal-like tendons can be tripped and recover before the next foot step, though not programmed to do so.... Read More...
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Alzheimer’s-like Symptoms Reversed in Mice, USC Researchers Say
A diet containing compounds found in green tea and carrots reversed Alzheimer’s-like symptoms in mice genetically programmed to develop symptoms of the disease.... Read More...
Using AI to Detect Early Signs of Alzheimer’s
Machine learning technology is helping researchers to detect the early signs of Alzheimer's, by identifying potential blood based biomarkers of the disease. Researchers say the technology has found hidden factors associated with Alzheimer's through medical data, and could help improve disease prediction.... Read More...
Blood-Brain Barrier Breakdown an Early Driver of Dementia
A new study reports leaky capillaries in the brain may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease as it can signal cognitive impairment prior to the buildup of proteins associated with the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...
Can Artificial Intelligence Help Abuse Victims Disclose Traumatic Testimony?
A new deep learning algorithm may help children affected by abuse to disclose information about their experiences.... Read More...
New Map of Brain Region Linked to Alzheimer’s
Researchers have successfully created the most detailed map of the hippocampus, an area of the brain implicated in memory. The map shows the structure, neural connections and functions in vivid detail.... Read More...
Aging May Be As Old As Life Itself
Researchers report that, at the molecular levels, aging may have originated at the beginning of the evolution of life. They suggest when it comes to genes, aging may not always be a negative trait, and may help an organism to survive.... Read More...
Decoding Mood from Human Brain Signals
Researchers have built a decoder which is able to translate neural signals into mood variations. ... Read More...
‘Gut Instinct’ May Have Been the GPS of Human Ancestors
Researchers have discovered another purpose for the gut-brain axis; relaying information to the hippocampus to store information about our environment and location.... Read More...
Role Schizophrenia Genes Play in Brain Development Discovered
A new USC study reports researchers have discovered 150 proteins that affect brain development and cell activity, contributing to the development of mental health disorders. ... Read More...
Got an Appetite That Won’t Subside? You’ve Got Hungry Peptides
The brain regulates hunger and appetite by releasing a neuropeptide through cerebrospinal fluid, researchers report.... Read More...
Simple Treatment May Minimize Hearing Loss Triggered by Loud Noise
Researchers have identified the mechanisms behind how noise induced hearing loss occurs and have shown a simple injection to the middle ear may help to preserve hearing following exposure to loud blast noises.... Read More...