artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeurologyNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 19, 2019‘Alexa, monitor my heart’: Researchers develop first contactless cardiac arrest AI system for smart speakersA new skill artificial intelligence app for smart speakers like Google Home and Amazon Echo can detect the gasping sounds of agonal breathing and call for help. The AI can detect breathing events with 97% accuracy from up to 20 meters away. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotech·January 7, 2019‘Deep Squeak’ Helps Researchers Decode Rodent ChatterUsing a deep learning algorithm dubbed 'DeepSqueak', researchers have been able to pick up and decode rodent vocalizations. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosneurotechOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 28, 2018‘Music of Speech’ Linked to Brain Area Unique to HumansResearchers reveal the area of the brain that controls our voice box, allowing us to alter the pitch of our speech. The insight could pave the way for advancing neuroprosthetics to allow people who can't speak, to express themselves in a naturalistic way. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videosneurotech·April 1, 2019‘Smart’ pajamas could monitor and help improve sleepResearchers have developed smart sleepwear, embedded with self-powered sensors, which monitor heart rate, sleep posture and breathing. The technology will provide useful information to researchers, as well as the general public, to help improve sleep patterns. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videosneurotech·February 28, 2020‘Surfing attack’ hacks Siri, Google with ultrasonic wavesUltrasound can propagate through solid surfaces and activate voice recognition systems, allowing the person who initiates the attack to also hear the phone's response. Out of 17 different phone models tested, 15 were vulnerable to ultrasonic wave attacks. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience Articlesvisual neuroscience·May 9, 2019“Number sense” arises from the recognition of visible objectsResults from a new artificial intelligence study indicate number sense is spontaneously created by the visual system, without prior experience of counting. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 25, 20203D face photos could be a sleep apnea screening toolUsing 3D imaging and artificial intelligence, researchers discovered the shortest distance between two points on the curved surface of the face predicted, with 89% accuracy, which patients had sleep apnea. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotech·June 18, 20193D model shows how ‘face identity information’ is stored in the brainThe 'Generative Model of 3D Face Identity' is able to reconstruct facial models using information stored in a person's brain when recalling the familiar face of another person. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyneurotech·January 14, 20193D Printed Implant Promotes Neural Growth to Treat Spinal Cord InjuryResearchers have developed a novel 3D printed scaffolding that mimics natural anatomy and boost stem cell treatment for spinal cord repair. While the initial scaffolds have been designed for rat models of SCI, researchers report the approach is scalable to humans. Read More
artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedmachine learningNeuroscienceneurotechOpen Neuroscience ArticlesRobotics·June 29, 20193D printed prosthetic hand can guess how you play Rock, Paper, ScissorsA 3D printed hand which uses a computer interface to learn can replicate hand movements. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosneurotechOpen Neuroscience ArticlesRobotics·January 11, 20193D Printed Robot Hand Plays the PianoResearchers have developed a 3D printed robotic hand which is able to play simple pieces of music on a piano by moving its wrist. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceneurotechPsychology·June 22, 20193D technology might improve body appreciationImages from 3D scanners can be used to help improve focus on body appreciation, which may help to improve mental health outcomes for young people. Read More
