biology
New type of molecular tag makes MRI 10,000 times more sensitive
Posted in Science on 26th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
Researchers have discovered a new form of MRI thats 10,000 times more sensitive and could record actual biochemical reactions in real time.
Neurons involved in working memory fire in bursts, not continuously
Posted in Science on 24th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
By having these different bursts coming at different moments in time, you can keep different items in memory separate from one another.
How microbes contribute to heart disease
Posted in Science on 23rd Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
The TMAO chemical sparks an even greater cascade of problems inside the body leading to cardiovascular disease and an increased risk for heart attack and stroke.
DARPA is using peripheral nerve stimulation to accelerate learning
Posted in Science on 21st Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
Unlike many of DARPAs neuroscience and neurotechnology endeavors, it will aim not just to restore lost function but to advance capabilities beyond normal levels.
Electrical brain stimulation could boost benefits of stroke rehabilitation
Posted in Medicine on 20th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
Research indicates that transcranial direct current stimulation during therapy might help stroke patients recover more movement.