Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation Fixes Parkinson’s Walking Gait
Summary: Researchers developed a closed-loop deep brain stimulation (DBS) system that reads and responds to human walking patterns…
Brain-Stimulating Contact Lenses Match Prozac in Depression Study
Summary: Materials scientists have developed a “wearable, drug-free” contact lens capable of treating depression by delivering mild electrical…
AI Body Gap: Why Robots Need “Internal Feelings” to be Safe
Summary: When you reach for a saltshaker, your brain isn’t just calculating coordinates; it’s listening to your body’s…
New AI Tool Reveals Genetic Link Between Memory Cells and Alzheimer’s
Summary: A new computational tool developed by researchers has uncovered genetic evidence directly linking Alzheimer’s disease to the…
Smart Floss Measures Stress Hormone for Easy, Real-Time Monitoring
Summary: Engineers have developed a novel dental floss device that can detect cortisol, a hormone linked to stress, through…
Implanted Device Restores Arm Function After Spinal Cord Injury
Summary: A groundbreaking clinical study shows that closed-loop vagus nerve stimulation (CLV), paired with rehabilitation, can significantly improve…
How Memories Take Shape at the Synapse Level
Summary: A groundbreaking new technique called EPSILON allows researchers to map the proteins involved in memory formation with…
At Home Saliva Test Detects Hidden Stress, Depression Risks
Summary: Researchers have developed a portable “lab-on-a-chip” device that measures cortisol levels from saliva, offering an objective and…
New Micropipette Precisely Controls Brain Ion Signals Without Disruption
Summary: Researchers have developed a micropipette capable of delivering ions directly to individual neurons without disturbing the delicate…
Sensory Stimulation Boosts Memory and Brain Growth in Down Syndrome
Summary: New research shows that 40Hz sensory stimulation (GENUS) improves memory, enhances brain circuit connectivity, and increases new…