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Mapping the brains of blind people has 'challenged perceptions of how the brain works'

Posted in Medicine on 27th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

Scientists claim to have overturned standard thinking on how the brain is able to perform different tasks.

Exercise improves symptoms of Parkinsons and also helps reduce the risk of Parkinsons

Posted in Medicine on 26th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

A study claims exercise can improve balance, mobility and quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's.

Global ENIGMA consortium cracks brains genetic codes for aging

Posted in Science on 24th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

8 common gene mutations leading to brain aging in over 30,000 brain scans that may unlock mysteries of Alzheimers, autism, and other neurological disorders.

Samsung engineers are working on wearable for early stroke detection

Posted in Medicine on 23rd Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

The sensor-packed headset aims to alert folks who are at risk for a stroke early on, so they can get to a doctor to prevent potentially serious and permanent effects.

New study finds that closing your eyes boosts memory recall

Posted in Science on 18th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

Further evidence to suggest that eyewitnesses to crimes remember more accurate details when they close their eyes.