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      3D RNA Imaging Revolutionizes Brain Research

      Researchers have developed TRISCO, a cutting-edge microscopy method that enables 3D RNA analysis in whole, intact mouse brains without slicing them into sections. TRISCO reveals RNA molecules’ spatial distribution, providing unprecedented insights into the brain’s complex structure and function.
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      Stimulating the Vagus Nerve to Tackle Gut Inflammation in IBD

      Researchers have discovered that vagus nerve stimulation may reduce gut inflammation and improve outcomes for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The study reveals how electrical stimulation of this brain-gut nerve impacts SUMOylation, a cellular process driving immune responses, to alleviate symptoms and promote healing.
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      Ancient Gene Reprograms Stem Cells to Create a Living Mouse

      Scientists have reprogrammed mouse cells into pluripotent stem cells using a gene from choanoflagellates, single-celled organisms related to animals. This breakthrough demonstrates that key genes driving stem cell formation existed in unicellular ancestors nearly a billion years ago.
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      Robots Help Unlock the Mystery of Human Sense of Self

      A new study explores how robots can model and test aspects of the human sense of self, offering new insights into this complex phenomenon. Robots can simulate processes like body ownership and agency, or be used in experiments to study how humans perceive robots as social entities.
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      Brain Computer Interface news involves science using BCI, neural interfaces, brain implant technologies, EEG control of robotics, neurobotics and more.

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      Breaking Silence: Giving the Silent a Voice Through Thoughts

      Researchers enabled a silent person to produce speech using thought alone. Depth electrodes in the participant's brain transmitted electrical signals to a computer, which then vocalized imagined syllables. This technology offers hope for paralyzed individuals to regain speech. The study marks a significant step towards brain-computer interfaces for voluntary communication.
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      Mapping Brain Activity with Brain-Computer Interface Technology

      Researchers are trialing a novel brain-computer interface (BCI) with the potential to transform neurosurgical procedures and patient care. The Layer 7 Cortical Interface, boasting 1,024 electrodes for unparalleled brain activity mapping, promises new insights into neurological and psychiatric conditions.
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      Neuralink’s Brain Chip Implant Marks New Era in Human-Computer Synergy

      Elon Musk announces the first human has been successfully implanted with Neuralink's brain chip, named Telepathy, aiming to allow severe physically disabled individuals to control devices via thought. The FDA-approved trial focuses on the implant's potential for movement control, with the patient reportedly recovering well and showing promising initial results.
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      AI Turns Brain Waves into Spoken Words

      Researchers achieved a breakthrough in converting brain signals to audible speech with up to 100% accuracy. The team used brain implants and artificial intelligence to directly map brain activity to speech in patients with epilepsy.
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      Wireless Brain-Spine Interface: A Leap Towards Reversing Paralysis

      In a pioneering study, researchers designed a wireless brain-spine interface enabling a paralyzed man to walk naturally again. The 'digital bridge' comprises two electronic implants — one on the brain and another on the spinal cord — that decode brain signals and stimulate the spinal cord to activate leg muscles.
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      The latest science news involving neural prosthetics, arm and leg prostheses, bionics, biomechanical engineering, BCIs, robotics, EEG control of prosthetics, visual aids, auditory aids for hearing and more is here. You can also

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      New Tech Boosts Precision in Hand Neuroprostheses

      Scientists have developed a novel approach to improve neuroprostheses, making them more precise and practical for everyday tasks. By analyzing neural signals linked to hand postures, researchers demonstrated enhanced control of virtual hands in rhesus monkeys, closely mimicking fine motor skills.
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      Robots Trained by Video: A Leap Toward Autonomous Surgery

      For the first time, a robot has been trained to perform surgical procedures by watching videos of expert surgeons, marking a leap forward in robotic surgery. This breakthrough in "imitation learning" means that robots can learn complex tasks without needing to be programmed for every individual movement. By training on surgical footage, the robot replicated procedures with skill comparable to human surgeons, demonstrating its ability to adapt and even correct its actions autonomously.
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      App Shows Promise in Reducing Depression by Curbing Rumination

      A new digital health intervention, developed over a decade of research, uses a gamified app to help reduce depressive symptoms by disrupting ruminative thought patterns. The app, which features five mini-games, encourages users to progress through thoughts more flexibly, aiming to break negative cycles. In an 8-week trial, participants who used the app reported faster symptom improvement compared to those who didn’t. These benefits persisted up to four weeks after the study, suggesting long-lasting effects.
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      Uncovering Hidden Brain Signals

      A recent study offers new insights into how brain regions coordinate during rest, using resting-state fMRI (rsfMRI) and neural recordings in mice. By comparing blood flow patterns with direct neural activity, researchers found that some brain activity remains "invisible" in traditional rsfMRI scans. This hidden activity suggests that current brain imaging techniques may miss key elements of neural behavior. The findings, potentially applicable to human studies, may refine our understanding of brain networks. Further research could improve the accuracy of interpreting brain activity.
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      Researchers Create Cell-Level Wearable Devices to Restore Neuron Function

      Researchers have developed tiny, wireless devices capable of wrapping around individual neurons, potentially aiding in the treatment of neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis. These devices, made from a soft polymer, roll up snugly around cell structures when exposed to light, allowing precise measurement and modulation of cellular activity. As they’re battery-free and actuated noninvasively by light, thousands of them could be deployed in the body simultaneously.
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      New Neural Chip Boosts Efficiency and Safety in Brain Stimulation

      Researchers have developed an 8-channel neural stimulation chip that delivers exponential waveforms with 98% power efficiency, marking a breakthrough for brain-machine interfaces and neural modulation. The chip addresses key challenges in neural stimulation, including charge imbalance and the need for high power efficiency, ensuring safer and more effective treatments for conditions like Parkinson’s disease and spinal injuries.
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      EEG Test Detects Daytime Sleepiness in Just Two Minutes

      Researchers have developed a brain-based test that diagnoses excessive daytime sleepiness in just two minutes, potentially replacing the lengthy hospital-based procedure currently used. Using EEG to track neuronal excitability, this test detects how quickly a person is likely to fall asleep, indicating their overall sleepiness level.
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      Mini Brains Uncover Treatment Leads for Lewy Body Dementia

      Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a challenging-to-diagnose neurodegenerative disease with symptoms similar to both Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases, including hallucinations, cognitive issues, and movement disorders. To study LBD’s progression, researchers developed mini brain models from LBD patient stem cells, replicating key disease characteristics seen in human brains. These models helped identify four promising drugs that may inhibit alpha-synuclein buildup, a key protein associated with LBD.
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