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·October 8, 2014·5 min read

Amputees Discern Familiar Sensations Across Prosthetic Hand

Amputees are able to regain sense of touch and 'feel' with their prosthetic hands, thanks to new technological advances.

This image shows how the inplant helps control the arm.

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·October 8, 2014·5 min read

Mind Controlled Prosthetic Arms That Work in Daily Life Are Now a Reality

Researchers develop a robotic prosthesis which can be controlled by implanted neuromuscular interfaces.

This image shows an illustrative drawing of Luke Skywalker's prosthetic hand.

Featured Neuroscience

·October 7, 2014·4 min read

Perfecting a Fully Functioning Prosthetic Hand

Researchers use computer technology to better understand how the brain fundamentally controls the body.

This image shows how the pulley mechanism works.

Featured Neuroscience

·September 26, 2014·3 min read

Mechanized Human Hands

Researchers develop a new device which improves hand function after surgery due to nerve damage.

This image is a diagram which shows how the communication system works.

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·September 3, 2014·5 min read

Researchers Demonstrate Direct Brain-to-Brain Communication in Human Subjects

Researchers demonstrate the viability of direct brain-to-brain communication in humans located over 5000 miles apart.

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·August 22, 2014·3 min read

Research Paves Way for Cyborg Moth ‘Biobots’

Researchers develop a method for electronically manipulating the flight muscles of moths.

Featured Neuroscience

·June 18, 2014·3 min read

Modelling How Neurons Work Together

Researchers develop a highly accurate representation of how neurons behave when performing complex movements.

The image shows a prototype of the CellulARSkin.

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·June 10, 2014·3 min read

‘All Systems Go’ for a Paralyzed Person to Kick off the World Cup

A paralyzed person is expected to make the first kick in the World Cup this year, thanks to a new brain controlled exoskeleton with a sense of touch, designed by researchers at TUM.

This image shows a representation of the electrodes over neurons.

Featured Neurology

·June 5, 2014·4 min read

Making Artificial Vision Look More Natural

Researchers use electrical stimulation in retinal cells to produce the same patterns of activity which occur when the retina sees moving objects.

This image shows the Neurogrid circuit board.

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·April 28, 2014·5 min read

Scientists Create Circuit Board Modeled on the Human Brain

Researchers have developed faster and more energy efficient microchips based on the human brain. The technology offers greater possibilities for advances in robotic and understanding of the human brain.