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Algorithms decode complex thoughts from brain scans

Posted in Science on 28th Jun, 2017
by Alex Muller

Scientists can now use brain activation patterns to identify complex thoughts like 'The witness shouted during the trial.'

How lack of sleep affects the brain

Posted in Science on 27th Jun, 2017
by Alex Muller

Scientists in Canada have launched what is set to become the world's largest study of the effects of lack of sleep on the brain.

New headband treats depression with electric currents

Posted in Medicine on 19th Jun, 2017
by Alex Muller

Inactivity in the frontal lobe is linked with depression -- South Korean startup Ybrain hopes some light jolts can help those in need.

Researchers decipher how faces are encoded in the brain

Posted in Science on 11th Jun, 2017
by Alex Muller

Only 205 neurons required per face; findings also have artificial intelligence applications.

Playing a musical instrument could help restore brain health, research suggests

Posted in Medicine on 6th Jun, 2017
by Alex Muller

A study by neuroscientists involving playing a musical instrument suggests ways to improve brain rehabilitation methods.