Can We Program the Brain to Learn Without Teaching?

Summary: Researchers have developed a groundbreaking technique to “write” new learning patterns directly into the brain using real-time neurofeedback from fMRI imaging. Participants in the study learned new visual object…

Bioluminescence Unveils Brain’s Oxygen Pathways

Summary: A new study introduces a novel bioluminescence imaging technique for observing oxygen movement in mouse brains. This method, inspired by firefly proteins, reveals real-time, widespread patterns of oxygen distribution,…

Wearable Tech Reads Human Emotions

Summary: Researchers unveiled a pioneering technology capable of real-time human emotion recognition, promising transformative applications in wearable devices and digital services. The system, known as the personalized skin-integrated facial interface…

TMS Proves Long-Term Relief for Depression

Summary: A major clinical trial, BRIGhTMIND, reveals that MRI-guided Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) significantly eases symptoms of severe depression for at least six months. The study, involving five centers across…

Brain Organoids Self-Organize from Fetal Tissue

Summary: Scientists have created 3D brain organoids from human fetal tissue that self-organize, offering a new way to study brain development and diseases. These mini-brains contain various brain cell types…

Top 10 Neuroscience News Articles of 2023

Summary: The year 2023 witnessed groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience, offering unprecedented insights into the human brain. From animal-free brain organoids to the effects of optimism on cognitive skills, these top…

Brainless Robots Navigate Mazes – Neuroscience News

Summary: Researchers designed a “brainless” soft robot that can autonomously navigate through complex environments using physical intelligence. Unlike their previous model, which could only turn upon encountering obstacles, this robot…

Embracing Virtually: How Digital Interactions Mirror the Warmth of Real-World Hugs

Summary: The concept of “digital hugs” challenges the way we think about physical vs. online interactions. Recent research investigates how the feelings and experiences surrounding a hug can be translated…

Microchip Links Brain, Spine and Body, Allowing Paralyzed Man to Move and Feel

Summary: In a historic clinical trial, researchers successfully implanted microchips into the brain of a paralyzed man. This pioneering procedure, combined with developed AI algorithms, has established a “double neural…

Interfacing Minds and Machines: An Exploration of Neural Implants and Brain-Computer Interfaces

Summary: Neural implants and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) have revolutionized our understanding of the brain and its interaction with technology. By translating neural activity into computational commands, they enable communication and…